Direct answer: Newark (Essex County) requires paid sick leave for 1 employee. Accrual 1 hour per 30 hours, max 40 hours/year, paid. Source: https://www.newarknj.gov/; retrieved 2026-09-21.
This page summarizes a local ordinance for general guidance only. It is not legal advice. The controlling language is the official municipal code at the source link below.
Local ordinance vs New Jersey state law
Provision
Newark
New Jersey State
Employer threshold
1 employee
1 employee
Accrual rate
1 hour per 30 hours
1 hour per 30 hours worked
Max accrual
40 hours/year
40 hours/year
Paid / unpaid
paid
paid
Local insight
Newark paid sick leave ordinance (predates state law).
Compliance go / no-go
Determine if your workforce meets the local threshold (1 employee).
Accrue at 1 hour per 30 hours (or use a more generous PTO policy that meets/exceeds the local minimum).
Cap accrual at 40 hours/year; honor carryover per local rule.
Post the required notice and keep a written policy citing the local ordinance.
Newark may have private right of action / penalties for non-compliance — retain records.
What are the paid sick leave rules in Newark for 2026?
Newark requires paid sick leave for 1 employee. Accrual: 1 hour per 30 hours. Max: 40 hours/year. Newark paid sick leave ordinance (predates state law).
How does Newark sick leave differ from New Jersey state law?
Newark ordinance follows the same accrual framework as New Jersey state law but may have local administrative details. See the official source for exact text.
Where can I find the official Newark sick leave ordinance?
The official text is published by the local agency: https://www.newarknj.gov/.