Bill > SF1597

This bill establishes an "earned sick and safe time" policy in Minnesota. It defines key terms such as "employee," "employer," and "family member," and outlines provisions for how employees accrue and use this time off. The bill prohibits employer retaliation for using earned sick and safe time and requires employers to provide notice and records related to the policy. It also grants enforcement authority to the state labor commissioner, including the ability to investigate violations, issue compliance orders, and levy civil penalties. The bill repeals an existing law related to sick leave for caring for relatives and is effective 180 days after final enactment.