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Earned Sick Time Act - Effective Feb. 21, 2025
Earned Sick Time Act - Effective Feb. 21, 2025
Earned Sick Time Act Webinar Recording
On Feb. 21, 2025, the Michigan Earned Sick Time Act went into effect, establishing changes to the state’s earned sick time laws. House Bill 4002, amends the existing Earned Sick Time Act and will expand paid sick leave.
LEO Deputy Director of Labor Sean Egan hosted a live webinar on Feb. 27 to discuss how the law affects workers and businesses.
Effective Beginning Feb 21st 2025:
Link to the Earned Sick Time Act
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Earned Sick Time Act FAQ - Spanish
Earned Sick Time Act FAQ - Arabic
Posting Requirements
Earned Sick Time Act - Required Poster
Earned Sick Time Act - Required Poster - Spanish
Earned Sick Time Act - Required Poster - Arabic
Brochure
An Overview of the Earned Sick Time Act (coming soon)
An Overview of the Earned Sick Time Act- Spanish (coming Soon)
Contract Notification
Employers with contracted employees* (contracts signed before December 31, 2024, lasting three years or less) must notify the department if those employees earn:
- Less than 72 hours of sick time (for standard employers) or
- Less than 40 hours (for small employers).
The Earned Sick Time Act will apply only after the contract expires if:
- The contract was signed before December 31, 2024.
- The contract is three years or shorter.
- The contract conflicts with this Act.
- The employer notifies the department at: leo-estacontract@michigan.gov.
*This does not apply to employees working under a Collective Bargaining Agreement.