Webinar: MN Paid Leave for Small Business Owners

Still confused about Minnesota Paid Leave? Or maybe you just want to make sure you’re ready before benefits start January 1, 2026. Join the Northland SBDC for a FREE 1-hour webinar specifically designed for small business owners.

Register here to attend.

Why Attend?

Worried about the costs? Learn about reduced premium rates for businesses with 30 or fewer employees — you could pay significantly less than the standard rate!

Not sure what to do first? Get the essentials: designating your Paid Leave Administrator, posting requirements by December 1, 2025, and notifying your employees.

Confused about payroll deductions? Understand the premium rates and how to split costs between you and your employees.

Already offer insurance benefits? Discover if an "Equivalent Plan Substitution" makes sense for your business.

Need help covering temporary staffing? Find out about small business assistance grants to hire temps or increase wages while employees are on leave.

What We'll Cover

‍• The Basics: Who's covered, what types of leave qualify, and timeline for compliance

• Small Business Benefits: Reduced rates, grants, and cost-saving strategies

• Action Items: Step-by-step checklist of what you need to do NOW

• Employer Decisions: State plan vs. equivalent plan — which is right for YOU? What about intermittent leave and other decisions I need to make?

• Tax Implications: How premiums and benefits affect your payroll and W-2s

• Q&A: Get your specific questions answered by our Small Business consultants