Purpose of the Bill

The primary goal of this bill is to modify the definition of "employer" regarding eligibility for paid leave. Specifically, it seeks to exclude townships from being considered employers under certain conditions for the purposes of paid leave.

Main Provisions

• Exclusion of Townships: The bill updates the legal definition of "employer" to exclude townships unless they meet a specific revenue threshold. This change affects how paid leave provisions apply to various entities within Minnesota.
• Clarification of Entities: The bill reiterates what types of organizations and entities are considered employers. This includes a broad range of organizations such as partnerships, corporations, and various government and educational entities.
• Maintained Inclusivity for Other Entities: Entities like the state, school districts, and charter schools remain within the employer definition for paid leave purposes.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Excluding Certain Townships: The bill introduces an amendment to existing law by excluding townships that do not meet a revenue threshold defined in another section of Minnesota law from the definition of an employer when it comes to paid leave.

Relevant Terms

• Employer
• Paid leave
• Townships
• Revenue threshold
• Minnesota Statutes
• Exclusion