This bill proposes to delay the implementation of the Minnesota Paid Leave Law by one year, amending various sections of Minnesota Statutes 2024. Key changes include the postponement of the annual employer premium rates and the associated administrative costs, which will now take effect on January 1, 2027, instead of 2026. Additionally, the bill modifies the timeline for annual reports and public outreach initiatives, pushing their effective dates to 2028 and 2027, respectively. The bill also introduces new effective dates for several sections of the law, ensuring that they align with the revised timeline.

The bill includes specific amendments to sections 268B.02, 268B.14, 268B.17, 268B.18, 268B.25, and 268B.26, with a focus on adjusting the implementation schedule and compliance requirements for employers. For instance, the requirement for employers to provide notice to seasonal employees about their ineligibility for paid family and medical leave benefits has been updated to take effect on November 1, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to provide a more manageable timeline for employers and the state to prepare for the new paid leave system while ensuring that necessary outreach and compliance measures are still in place.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 268B.02, 268B.14, 268B.17, 268B.18, 268B.25, 268B.26