Oregon has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 1108), which expands the reasons an employee may take paid sick leave. Senate Bill 1108 takes effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
The details
Oregon employers with 10 or more employees (6 or more if they have a location in Portland) must provide paid sick time for employees to use for a variety of reasons. Employers below these thresholds must provide unpaid sick time.
Senate Bill 1108 expands the reason an employee may use paid sick leave to include blood donation that is made in connection with a voluntary program that is approved or accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks or the American Red Cross.
Next steps
Review and update sick leave policies and procedures and train supervisors on the changes under the law by Jan. 1, 2026.