This bill amends various provisions related to earned sick and safe time in Minnesota, specifically targeting definitions and requirements for employees and employers. It clarifies that an "employee" includes those expected to work at least 80 hours annually, while excluding independent contractors and certain volunteer positions. The definition of "employer" is expanded from one to four employees, and it specifies that employers must provide written notice policies regarding the use of earned sick and safe time. Additionally, the bill modifies documentation requirements for employees using sick time, reducing the threshold for when documentation is needed from three days to two, and it allows for various forms of acceptable documentation.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions that prevent employers from requiring employees to find replacement workers when using sick time, while still allowing voluntary shift trading. It also establishes that employers can limit the application of minimum standards for sick time to the amount of leave available or 160 hours in a 12-month period, whichever is less. The bill includes several insertions and deletions to existing statutes, such as allowing for the advancement of sick time based on anticipated hours worked and clarifying that employers can adopt more generous sick leave policies without conflict. The changes are set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 181.9445, 181.9446, 181.9447, 181.9448
1st Engrossment: 181.9447, 181.9448
2nd Engrossment: 181.9445, 181.9447, 181.9448