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flag Virginia lawmakers pass bill requiring paid sick leave for all workers, one hour per 30 hours worked.

flag The Virginia House of Delegates has passed a bill requiring employers in both public and private sectors to provide paid sick leave, with workers earning one hour of paid time off for every 30 hours worked. flag The legislation, which passed 63 to 35, aims to address the lack of statewide paid sick leave, allowing employees to take time off for illness without financial penalty. flag Advocates cite personal hardships from illness-related wage loss, including during the pandemic. flag The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.

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