On May 13, 2026, the Allegheny County Health Department proposed a major amendment to Article XXIV of its Rules and Regulations. The proposal would require all employers in the county to offer at least 18 weeks of paid parental leave, making Allegheny County the first county in Pennsylvania to adopt paid parental leave. The proposal would also amend the county’s paid sick leave provision, allowing employees to accrue more sick leave at a faster rate. This regulation applies to all employers situated or doing business within the geographical boundaries of Allegheny County, and the proposed amendment would set new minimums that must be offered to all employees working within the county.
The proposed amendment would introduce the mandate for all employers in Allegheny County to offer their employees paid parental leave.
Eligibility: The regulation applies to all employees who have worked for the employer for at least 30 days, file a claim with the employer based on the birth or adoption of a child during the child’s first year, and provide appropriate documentation. Individuals who are legally married or domestic partners under the laws of any state or political subdivision and who are employed by the same employer shall both be eligible for benefits, even when the leave runs concurrently.
Benefits: Paid Parental Leave shall extend to a maximum period of 18 weeks and may be used solely for the care of a new child. Leave time is...
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