The enrolled House Bill amends Michigan's existing earned sick time law, originally established under 2018 PA 338, by mandating that small businesses provide employees with a minimum of 1 hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked, capped at 40 hours per year unless a higher limit is chosen by the employer. For other employees, the cap is set at 72 hours per year. The bill also introduces provisions for part-time employees and clarifies that earned sick time can be used for various health-related purposes, including personal illness, family health needs, and situations involving domestic violence or sexual assault.

Additionally, the bill includes new protections against employer retaliation for employees exercising their rights under this act, prohibits employers from requiring documentation for sick leave or details of violence experienced, and mandates that any required documentation costs be covered by the employer. It emphasizes the confidentiality of health information and outlines a framework for employees to file complaints if their rights are violated. Employers are also required to provide written notice of employee rights and face penalties for non-compliance, including civil fines. The act is set to take effect on February 21, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 408.962
Substitute (S-3) AND AMENDMENT(S): 408.962
Substitute (S-3): 408.962
House Introduced Bill: 408.962
As Passed by the House: 408.962
As Passed by the Senate: 408.962
House Concurred Bill: 408.962
Public Act: 408.962
House Enrolled Bill: 408.962