Oregon Legislature Makes Significant Changes to OFLA and PLO

These changes will help many employers breathe a sigh of relief. Since the implementation of PLO in September 2023, employers have struggled with inconsistencies and conflicting rules between PLO and the state’s unpaid family leave program, OFLA. Senate Bill 1515, which Governor Tina Kotek signed into law on March 21, 2024, repeals duplication between the two programs and provides further clarity regarding their provisions. Most changes will take effect on July 1, 2024, except as noted below.

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