Illinois labor laws
The pay and leave rules Illinois employers most often ask about: posting salary ranges, paid sick leave, overtime and state leave programs.
Last verified November 2, 2026. Sources: labor.illinois.gov, labor.illinois.gov.
Pay transparency
Status: in effect since January 1, 2025. Who's covered: 15+ employees.
pay scale and benefits in job postings; notify employees of promotion opportunities
Employers may not ask applicants about their pay history.
Paid sick leave
Illinois requires paid sick leave: 1 hour per 40 hours worked (any-reason paid leave), capped at 40 hours. Coverage: all employers (Paid Leave for All Workers Act).
Chicago and Cook County have own paid sick + paid leave ordinances
Overtime
Non-exempt employees earn 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Illinois require salary ranges in job postings?
- Yes. pay scale and benefits in job postings; notify employees of promotion opportunities Coverage: 15+ employees.
- Is paid sick leave required in Illinois?
- Yes. 1 hour per 40 hours worked (any-reason paid leave), up to 40 hours.
- When is overtime due in Illinois?
- For non-exempt employees, at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek.