UPDATE: MI Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA)

Today, February 21, Governor Whitmer signed Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act “ESTA” into law. The amended law provides the clarity employers were seeking as they implement ESTA standards within their organization.

Some of the amended changes include, but is not limited to: clarity on workers who are exempt; changes to the maximum hours required and implementation date for small businesses (10 employees or less); exemption from tracking and rollover if front-loading hours (plus guidance on true-up); rollover each year is limited to 40 or 72 hours based on employer size; guidance on keeping your PTO policy in place; and more.

Employers are also required to display the new ESTA poster in a visible location within their business.

To help further assist you, we have compiled the below list of expert resources and always recommend you reach out to your legal counsel regarding your specific polices:

• Varnum Law – Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act Amended: Employer Takeaways
• SBAM – Earned Sick Time Act FAQs
• Michigan Chamber of Commerce – BREAKING NEWS: Earned Sick Time, minimum wage bills signed by Governor
• Foster Swift – What Employers Need to Know About Michigan’s Amended Earned Sick Time Act (Webinar Registration)

 As always, reach out to MRPR if we may be of further assistance.

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