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New Hampshire: paid sick leave

Whether your state requires employers to give paid sick time, how fast you earn it, and the yearly cap.

Single detailed source
Statewide paid sick leave lawNo statewide law
How you earn it—
Yearly cap—
Which employersNo state requirement; check city or county ordinances

There is no federal paid sick leave law. Several cities (for example in Pennsylvania and Washington state) have their own ordinances. Missouri repealed its voter-approved law in 2025.

General information only, not legal, insurance or financial advice. Not affiliated with any government agency. Exceptions can apply. Confirm with the state agency, the court or a licensed professional in New Hampshire.

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How we checked this

Requirements come from a 2026 state-by-state payroll guide, checked against two other 2026 state lists and recent law changes in Alaska, Connecticut and Nebraska. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.

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