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Sumner updates bereavement leave code to match Washington law; expands definition and leave days
5437583 · May 8, 2025
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Summary
Ordinance 29-30 was adopted to amend Sumner Municipal Code on bereavement leave to align with recent Washington state changes — expanding the definition of family to include pregnancy loss and residents who depend on an employee for care, and extending leave from three to five days in some instances.
The Sumner City Council on July 21 adopted Ordinance 29-30 amending the city's bereavement leave provisions to conform to recent Washington state law changes.
Deputy City Administrator Jeff…
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