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SB 1108

Relating to paid time off for employees to donate blood.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lew Frederick and 3 co-sponsors

Oregon requires employers to grant paid time off for blood donations starting January 1, 2026, boosting donation rates by eliminating employee wage loss during donation.

Effective date, January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary · SB 1108

Legislative bill overview

SB 1108 requires Oregon employers to provide employees with paid time off to donate blood. The bill establishes a minimum standard for blood donation leave, becoming effective January 1, 2026. This measure incentivizes blood donation by removing the financial barrier of unpaid time for employees.

Why is this important

Blood donations are critical to maintaining adequate blood supplies for medical emergencies, surgeries, and treatments, yet many people avoid donating due to time constraints and lost wages. By guaranteeing paid leave for donations, the bill aims to increase Oregon's blood supply while supporting public health infrastructure. This addresses a practical barrier that affects donor participation rates.

Potential points of contention

  • Small business burden: Employers, particularly small businesses with limited staff flexibility, may face operational challenges accommodating multiple employees' donation schedules simultaneously
  • Leave scope ambiguity: The bill's specific provisions on how much paid time off is required and whether it applies to all employees or has exemptions could create implementation inconsistencies
  • Cost distribution: Employers bear the direct cost of paid leave, which some argue should be addressed through public health funding rather than private sector mandates

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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