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An employer can meet the duty with a paid-leave policy that is at least as generous and can be used for the same reasons. ## What employers must do Track accrual or front-load at least 48 hours. Do not require a separate sick bank if an existing paid-leave policy already meets the statute. Public health emergency leave is a separate section of the Act and was not re-quoted here. ## Effective dates The all-employer duty has applied since January 1, 2022. The hour cap in the statute text reviewed here does not change on January 1, 2027. ## What this means for BOSS partners and associates BOSS is often the employer of record for the associate. Wage, break, leave, posting, and tax rules usually follow the state where the associate works. Tell BOSS that state before the assignment starts. Associates should record every hour worked on the timesheet. Do not promise a pay practice, a leave bank, or a posting the statute does not require. Questions? Contact BOSS Support at support@backofficenow.com. ## Sources - [CDLE, Healthy Families and Workplaces Act text](https://cdle.colorado.gov/sites/cdle/files/colorado_healthy_families_and_workplaces_act_revised_aug_7_2023.pdf) This article is general information, not legal advice. 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