Vermont paid sick leave
In effect since January 1, 2017
1 hour for every 52 hours worked
All employers (employees averaging 18+ hours a week; excludes jobs of 20 weeks or fewer) must let employees accrue and use up to 40 hours of paid sick leave a year.
| Accrual | 1 hour for every 52 hours worked |
|---|---|
| Annual cap | 40 hours An employer may limit accrual and use to 40 hours in a 12-month period. |
| Who must provide it | All employers (employees averaging 18+ hours a week; excludes jobs of 20 weeks or fewer) |
| Waiting period | An employer may impose a waiting period of up to one year for new hires. |
| Carryover | Unused time carries over, unless the full amount is front-loaded as paid time off. |
| Front-loading | Allowed |
| Payout when employment ends | Not required unless agreed by the employer |
| Covered uses | Employee's or family member's illness, injury, health condition, diagnosis or preventive care; domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking needs |
Law: 21 V.S.A. §§ 481-487
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Sources
- Vermont General Assembly (21 V.S.A. § 482); enforced by Vermont Department of Labor · data as of October 8, 2026 · last checked October 9, 2026
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