Minnesota paid sick leave
In effect since January 1, 2024
1 hour for every 30 hours worked
All employers (employees expected to work 80+ hours a year in Minnesota) must let employees accrue and use up to 48 hours of paid sick leave a year.
| Accrual | 1 hour for every 30 hours worked |
|---|---|
| Annual cap | 48 hours Accrue up to 48 hours a year. The total balance may be capped at 80 hours. |
| Who must provide it | All employers (employees expected to work 80+ hours a year in Minnesota) |
| Waiting period | None. Leave can be used as it is accrued. |
| Carryover | Unused ESST carries over. The balance can be capped at 80 hours, or the employer can use a front-loading option instead. |
| Front-loading | Allowed |
| Payout when employment ends | Not required |
| Covered uses | Employee's or family member's illness, injury, health condition, diagnosis or preventive care; domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking needs |
Local sick leave laws in Minnesota
These places have their own ordinance. Employers there follow whichever rule is more generous.
- Minneapolis: 1 hour for every 30 hours worked in the city, up to 48 hours
- Saint Paul: 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours
Details and exceptions
- DLI rules (Minn. R. ch. 5200) took effect July 6, 2026.
- Minneapolis and St. Paul have their own ordinances. Bloomington and Duluth ordinances were not confirmed on an official page today.
- Employees rehired within 180 days get their prior balance back.
Law: Minn. Stat. §§ 181.9445-181.9448
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Recent changes
Last verified against the official source on October 9, 2026.
No changes recorded since we started tracking this page.
Sources
- Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry · data as of October 8, 2026 · last checked October 9, 2026
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