Oregon Bereavement Leave Law (2026)

Whether Oregon requires time off to grieve and handle a death, how many days, and whether that time is paid.

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Oregon requires employers with 25 or more employees to give up to 2 weeks of unpaid bereavement leave per family member, capped at 4 weeks a year. You must have worked at least 180 days averaging 25 hours a week.

Bereavement leave in Oregon

Required?

Yes

How much

Up to 2 weeks per death

Paid?

Unpaid

Applies to

25+ employees

Good to know

Even where the law does not require it, most employers offer some bereavement leave, commonly three to five days for an immediate family member. If your state has no mandate, you may be able to use paid sick leave, PTO, or, if the loss affects your health, the federal FMLA. Ask your employer what their written policy allows. This is general information, not legal advice.

Common questions

Oregon bereavement leave FAQ

Does Oregon require bereavement leave?

Yes. Oregon requires employers with 25 or more employees to give up to 2 weeks of unpaid bereavement leave per family member, capped at 4 weeks a year. You must have worked at least 180 days averaging 25 hours a week.

How many days of bereavement leave do you get in Oregon?

Up to 2 weeks per death per the state law. Oregon requires employers with 25 or more employees to give up to 2 weeks of unpaid bereavement leave per family member, capped at 4 weeks a year. You must have worked at least 180 days averaging 25 hours a week.

Is bereavement leave paid?

In Oregon, the leave is: Unpaid.

Does the FMLA cover bereavement?

Not directly. The federal FMLA does not give time off simply to grieve, but it can apply if the loss leads to a serious health condition, such as depression, that needs treatment.

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