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Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave (MN PFML)

Minnesota's Paid Family and Medical Leave program provides paid, job-protected time off for eligible workers to care for a family member with a serious health condition, bond with a new child, address their own serious health condition, handle qualifying military exigencies, or manage safety leave needs. Benefits launched January 1, 2026. Jointly funded by employer and employee payroll premiums.

Up to 12 weeks of paid family leave and 12 weeks of paid medical leave per benefit year (up to 20 weeks combined). Uses a progressive wage replacement formula: up to 90% of wages for lower earners, with a maximum weekly benefit of $1,423 in 2026 (equal to the state average weekly wage). Includes job protection — employers must restore the employee to the same or equivalent position. Both employers and employees contribute through payroll premiums at a total rate of 0.88% of wages in 2026.

Eligibility

  • Must be a resident of MN
  • No income test required

Services

Up to 12 weeks of paid family leave and 12 weeks of paid medical leave per benefit year (up to 20 weeks combined). Uses a progressive wage replacement formula: up to 90% of wages for lower earners, with a maximum weekly benefit of $1,423 in 2026 (equal to the state average weekly wage). Includes job protection — employers must restore the employee to the same or equivalent position. Both employers and employees contribute through payroll premiums at a total rate of 0.88% of wages in 2026.

How to apply

Apply online or find more information at the official program page.

  • fmla (companion): MN PFML can run concurrently with FMLA leave