Frequently asked questions
Posted on December 6, 2019
Answers to questions about the difference between FMLA and PFML, how much money you’ll get, and more questions about the policy.
PFML eligibility and benefits
Posted on December 3, 2019
Paid Family and Medical Leave Act eligibility, benefits, requesting leave, and more information.
Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)
Posted on October 14, 2019
Learn about eligibility and how to apply for this new state benefit that offers partial wage replacement when you need to take leave for a qualifying event.
Foster Parent Shared Leave Pool
Posted on May 3, 2018
The Foster Parent Shared Leave Pool (FPSLP) Program allows UW employees to maintain a level of compensation and employee benefits equal to the amount they would have received if they were using accrued vacation or sick time off.
Veterans’ In-State Service Shared Leave Pool
Posted on May 3, 2018
The Veterans’ In-State Service Shared Leave Pool (VISSLP) Program allows UW employees to maintain a level of compensation and employee benefits equal to the amount they would have received if they were using accrued vacation or sick time off.
Shared leave options
Posted on April 30, 2018
Shared leave helps employees financially manage work absences caused by a severe, extraordinary, or life- threatening health crisis or other qualifying circumstance.
UW Organ Donor Shared Leave Program
Posted on July 6, 2016
Learn how to donate or receive paid time off through the UW Organ Donor Shared Leave Program, which supports employees undergoing the organ donation process
Supervisor FMLA responsibilities
Posted on July 6, 2016
An explanation of a supervisor’s FMLA responsibilities
Laws and UW policies related to FMLA
Posted on July 6, 2016
A list of federal and state laws and UW policies related to family and medical leave
Returning to work after FMLA
Posted on July 6, 2016
Information on FMLA’s employment guarantee when returning to work from a FMLA-covered leave