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Minnesota launches paid family and medical leave in 2026, offering up to 20 weeks of wage-replaced leave with job protection.
Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave program, launching January 1, 2026, will provide up to 20 weeks of paid leave annually—12 weeks for medical reasons and 12 for family needs—with job protection and wage replacement of 55% to 90%.
Funded by a 0.66% to 0.88% payroll tax split between employees and employers, the program supports workers facing serious health issues, welcoming a child, or caring for a sick family member.
While officials and some business owners support it for improving worker well-being and retention, others worry about costs, administrative burdens, and staffing challenges.
Small businesses may receive up to $6,000 annually in assistance grants.
The law, signed in 2023, marks a significant step for working families, though its long-term labor market effects remain uncertain.
Minnesota lanza vacaciones familiares y médicas pagadas en 2026, ofreciendo hasta 20 semanas de vacaciones sustituidas por salario con protección laboral.