What to know before Minnesota’s paid family and medical leave program starts
- Starting January 1, Minnesota workers will have coverage options for paid family and medical leave, guaranteeing partial pay replacement while taking time off to recover or care for family members.
- The program will be funded by a shared 0.88% payroll tax from employers and employees, with lawmakers earmarking nearly $668 million for initial funding.
- Workers can take up to 12 weeks of paid leave for family or medical needs, with a combined maximum of 20 weeks per year.
- Eligibility includes almost all workers unless they are self-employed, independent contractors, or from tribal nations, with specific income and work history requirements.
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What to know before Minnesota’s paid family and medical leave program starts
ST. PAUL — Starting Jan. 1, Minnesota workers will have new coverage options to take paid family and medical leave that guarantees partial pay replacement and a return to their position. The agency managing the program expects hundreds of thousands of people each year to tap into benefits that defray the cost of taking time off to recover from illness or injury or care for family members. Before the new program takes effect, here’s a look at how…
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