Minnesota launches paid leave program - here's who will benefit

“Minnesota just launched our statewide paid leave program,” Governor Tim Walz, a Democrat, said on X. “Starting today new ...
KSTP

Nearly 12,000 Minnesotans already applied for new paid leave program

According to DEED, as of the end of the day on Thursday, 11,883 Minnesotans had applied for paid leave, with most of them for ...

Applications now open for new Minnesota paid leave program

The state has officially opened the application portal for 2026 leave, which covers both family and medical leave.
InForum

What to know about Paid Family Medical Leave as it takes effect in the new year

The state’s new program begins Jan.1. We cover how much you could be paid, who qualifies, and what circumstances fall under ...

With launch day nearing, all eyes on Minnesota’s new paid leave program

Political stakes are high for success of the program, which mandates 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave.

MN paid leave applications open early statewide. Here’s how to apply.

The early launch will allow participants to get a jumpstart on applying for this new benefit program, officials say.
Grand Forks Herald

Some employers, elected officials split on what to think about the new paid leave program in Minnesota

The Paid Family and Medical Leave program goes into place Jan. 1 and offers employees up to 20 weeks of paid time off in the case of serious health events.
The National Law Review

DOL Resurrects PAID Program: Employers Can Self-Report, Resolve Violations

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