Duluth, MN Leave Laws
Complete guide to Duluth's local sick leave ordinance and employer requirements.
Effective Since: January 1, 2020
64 hours
Max Accrual
40 hours per year
Usage Cap
5+
Min Employees
90,000+
Population
Overview
Duluth's ordinance has a higher employee threshold (5+) than state law.
Key Requirements
1
Accrual Rate
1 hour per 50 hours worked
2
Maximum Accrual
Employees can accrue up to 64 hours of paid sick leave.
3
Waiting Period
90 days before employees can use accrued time.
4
Carryover
Yes
Covered Uses
Employees in Duluth can use sick leave for:
- ✓Employee illness
- ✓Care for family member
- ✓Domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking
- ✓Public emergency closure
Employer Obligations
- •Post required notice
- •Written notice at hire
- •Maintain records
Compared to State Law
- •Duluth: 5+ employees vs. State: All employers
- •Duluth: 1 hour per 50 hours vs. State: 1 hour per 30 hours
- •State law is more generous
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Administrative penalties.
Quick Reference
- City
- Duluth, MN
- Population
- 90,000+
- Effective Date
- January 1, 2020
- Employer Threshold
- 5+ employees
Official Resources
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