Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
Risks
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
StateAlaskaIntroduced
HB 193: An Act relating to minimum paid sick leave requirements; establishing a paid parental leave program; relating to employer surcharges; relating to the employment assistance and training program account; relating to unemployment benefits; relating to the collection of child support obligations; relating to employee unemployment tax credits; relating to employer contributions to unemployment; relating to the duties of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development; and providing for an effective date.
Carolyn Hall
HB 193 status: Introduced — (H) AM NO 8 FAILED Y17 N22 A1 (updated Jul 22, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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Overall Score
70OUT OF 100
Score:70/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:High Impact 85/100
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Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan30%
Public opinion75%
Bill summary
An Act relating to minimum paid sick leave requirements; establishing a paid parental leave program; relating to employer surcharges; relating to the employment assistance and training program account; relating to unemployment benefits; relating to the collection of child support obligations; relating to employee unemployment tax credits; relating to employer contributions to unemployment; relating to the duties of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development; and providing for an effective date.. Currently in House.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Mixed / Neutral
45%
Benefits
- Potential for improved employee retention.
- Increased consumer purchasing power through paid leave.
Risks
- Increased payroll and administrative costs for employers.
- Uncertain impact of employer surcharges on business competitiveness.
Society
Positive outlook
80%
Benefits
- Expansion of family support through paid parental leave.
- Improved health outcomes for workers with paid sick leave.
Risks
- Implementation complexities may create service gaps.
- Potential for workforce friction during transition periods.
Technology Industry
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OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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Analysis scope
Analysis based on abstract summary; full text definitions of leave accrual and tax rates are unavailable.
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