Paid Leave, minimum Wage Toolkit Downloads

The Michigan Supreme Court issued a major ruling impacting businesses of nearly every size and type re: new paid leave (known as the Earned Sick Time Act or ESTA) and minimum wage requirements. The Michigan Legislature passed changes to these laws, effective Feb. 21, 2025, to soften the impact of these two laws on employers and employees alike.

The Michigan Chamber is here to help employers navigate and comply with these changes. Download the resources below to start.

Overview & Highlights Summary: Earned Sick Time Act and Minimum Wage 2.0

UPDATED 2-24-25

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FAQs: Earned Sick Time Act

UPDATED 3-14-25

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ESTA 2.0 – Top Things Employers Need to Know

UPDATED 2-25-25

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Legal Resources

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ESTA Compliance Worksheet

Updated 2-26-25

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ESTA Resource List

Updated 2-26-25

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Sample ESTA Employee Handbook Policy

Updated 2-26-25

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Sample ESTA Employee Notification Letter

Updated 2-26-25

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Ask a Compliance Question

Members can contact the Michigan Chamber’s employment law assistance support experts at Bodman here. 

Members can contact the Michigan Chamber’s policy expert Wendy Block here.