The responsibilities of employers regarding the Paid Leave Program in Minnesota are approaching. These include:
- Informing new hires and employees about the program
- Providing leave to employees for eligible absences
- Remitting and withholding employee contributions
- Paying employer contributions
The deadline for issuing a notice to each employee is December 1, 2025. A new hire must receive the notice within 30 days from the beginning date of employment. The notice must include the following information:
- An overview of the family and medical leave benefits available
- Premium deductions made by the employer
- Premium obligations and amounts
- Employer’s name and mailing address
- Directions on filing a claim for benefits
- The employer’s State Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
- The phone number, mailing address, and email address for contacting DEED
- Any other required information
Contributions may be deducted beginning on January 1, 2026. The first batch is due to the state by April 30, 2026.
This article is informational and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with an employment lawyer or accountant for additional clarification on how these changes impact your company.
