This ordinance creates a portable Paid Sick Leave system for domestic workers in San Francisco, allowing them to accumulate sick leave benefits regardless of their employer. It also requires employers who do not offer sick leave to compensate domestic workers through this system.
Ordinance amending the Police Code to establish a portable Paid Sick Leave (PSL) system for domestic workers, and to require hiring entities that do not directly provide PSL to provide PSL payments to domestic workers using the portable system.
How it got here
The legislation originated from a need to improve access to paid sick leave for domestic workers in San Francisco, prompted by existing inequities and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supervisor Ronen introduced the ordinance to establish a portable Paid Sick Leave (PSL) system for domestic workers, addressing their lack of access to paid sick leave.
The legislation was referred to various city departments for comments and recommendations, indicating its potential impact on multiple sectors.
The Immigrant Rights Commission passed a resolution supporting the ordinance, emphasizing the need for paid time off for domestic workers.
The Budget and Finance Committee amended the ordinance and recommended it for passage, indicating strong support for the proposed changes.
The Mayor approved the ordinance, finalizing the establishment of the portable PSL system for domestic workers.
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