The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 181.9445, subdivision 5, to modify the definition of "employee" for the purposes of earned sick and safe time. The revised definition includes any person employed by an employer who is expected to work at least 80 hours in a year, encompassing temporary and part-time employees. However, it specifies several exclusions from this definition, including independent contractors, volunteer firefighters, and certain ambulance service personnel.

Notably, the bill introduces a new exclusion for individuals appointed to serve on a board or commission of a governmental subdivision or its instrumentality. Additionally, it renumbers the existing exclusions, ensuring clarity in the definition. The changes aim to refine the understanding of who qualifies as an employee under the earned sick and safe time provisions, thereby impacting the rights and benefits associated with this classification.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 181.9445