On May 13, 2026, the Allegheny County Health Department proposed amendments to Article XXIV of its Rules and Regulations that would significantly expand paid leave obligations for employers in Allegheny County. If adopted, the proposal would require covered employers to provide eligible employees with up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave and to comply with broader paid sick leave requirements.
If enacted, Allegheny County would become the first county in Pennsylvania to mandate paid parental leave for private employers. The proposal is currently in a public comment period and could move toward adoption later this year.
What is it?
The proposed amendments would add a new “Paid Parental Leave” chapter to the County’s regulations. Under the proposal, eligible employees would be entitled to up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
Who would be eligible?
The proposed regulation would allow employees to qualify for paid parental leave if they:
The proposal would allow spouses or domestic partners who both work for the same employer to take paid parental leave, including at the same time.
It defines “Parental Leave” broadly to include leave used to care for and bond with a child during the first 18 months after birth or placement for adoption.
What benefits would...
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