On Thursday, March 14, 2013 a clear majority of Philadelphia’s City Council passed legislation that will allow workers, who dont already have the opportunity, to earn paid sick days. The legisltion, if not vetoed, will benefit over 180,000 Philadelphia residents.
The Bill’s sponsor, Councilman Bill Greenlee remarked – “I am heartened by today’s vote, and the expression by a solid majority of my colleagues that healthy workplaces and fairness for employees are good for Philadelphia’s economy.” See links below for more information regarding the passage of Earned Sick Leave legislation.
031413 NEWS RELEASE – GREENLEE STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF HEALTHY FAMILIES AND WORKPLACES BILL (1)
Sick Leave Fact Sheet Sick Leave Fact Sheet 2
https://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2013/03/15/future-of-paid-sick-leave-bill-now-in-mayors-hands/
