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Still have questions about earned sick time? We’ve got you covered.

Advocacy News – March 7, 2025 

The Michigan Chamber continues to serve members by answering inquiries regarding the recently-amended Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) and minimum wage law. Check out our toolkit, which was recently updated.

Why it matters: The Michigan Chamber worked tirelessly over the last seven months to make these laws more workable for organizations and employees alike.

  • The legislative changes, while not everything we had been working for, streamline a number of decisions for employers — but some of the guidance from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is a little complex and unfortunate.

  • Employers should be aware of issues related to year one compliance obligations, advance notice, collective bargaining agreements, and more.

Go deeper: Remember, these laws took effect on February 21 for most organizations. Get our free-to-members compliance toolkit, including an updated FAQ document.