Minnesota
Complete guide to Minnesota leave laws including the new Paid Leave program (2026), sick leave, parental leave, and FMLA requirements.
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2025-01-15
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Entitlements overview
Annual leave
Statutory entitlement: 0
Calculation: No state requirement. Follows employer policy.
Pro-rata: Per employer policy
Carryover: Determined by employer policy
Sick leave
Statutory: Yes
Paid days: 48
Statutory pay: 100% of regular rate
Eligibility: All employees working in Minnesota, 1 hour per 30 hours worked, Up to 48 hours per year
Parental leave
Maternity: 12 weeks (FMLA) + state program in 2026
Paternity: 12 weeks (FMLA) + state program in 2026
Adoption: 12 weeks (FMLA)
Shared leave: 12 weeks combined under FMLA
Additional leave and compliance
Other leave types
Voting Leave: Reasonable time (paid)
Jury Duty: As needed (unpaid)
Bone Marrow Donation: 40 hours (paid)
Military Leave: Up to 5 years (unpaid)
Record keeping and notice
Records: 3 years for payroll and leave records
Penalties: Fines for non-compliance with sick leave law
Public holiday sample
New Year's Day: 2025-01-01
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: 2025-01-20
Presidents' Day: 2025-02-17
Memorial Day: 2025-05-26
Juneteenth: 2025-06-19
Independence Day: 2025-07-04
Frequently asked questions
When does Minnesota Paid Leave start?
Benefits under Minnesota's Paid Leave program begin January 1, 2026. Payroll deductions also start in 2026.
Does Minnesota require paid sick leave?
Yes, Minnesota requires employers to provide earned sick and safe time of up to 48 hours per year, effective January 1, 2024.
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