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Rules & Guidance

This website provides information on our public hearings, copies of current and proposed rules, the FAMLI statute, and supplemental guidance. For official copies of all rules, past and future, please visit the Colorado Secretary of State's website.

Important Updates

State Average Weekly Wage Update: Effective July 1, 2024, at 12:01 a.m., the state average weekly wage for the purposes of FAMLI benefits will be $1,471.34

MAXIMUM BENEFIT: Pursuant to §8-13.3-506(1)(b), the maximum weekly benefit amount is $1,324.21 as of January 1, 2025. This only applies to claims with leave start dates on or after January 1, 2025. 
 
WEEKLY BENEFITS: Pursuant to §8-13.3-506(1)(a), benefits for covered individuals shall be paid as follows:

  • Average weekly wage less than or equal to $735.67 shall be replaced at a rate of 90%.
  • Average weekly wage above $735.67 shall be replaced at a rate of 50%, up to the maximum benefit.

Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Act

Effective December 31, 2020, Updated 11/14/2023

FAMLI Statute

Supplemental Guidance

Coordination of STD, LTD, and Parental Leave with FAMLI

Read Coordination Guidance

Employer's Guide to Continuation of Healthcare Benefits during FAMLI Leave

Read Health Benefit Guidance

Advance Payment of Benefits

Read Advance Payment Guidance

Serious Health Conditions Related to Pregnancy or Childbirth Complications

Read Pregnancy or Childbirth Complications Guidance