New Michigan Wage and Labor Laws

On February 21, 2025, the following new Michigan wage and labor laws went into effect:

*Minimum wage increased to $12.48 per hour

*Tipped wages $4.74 per hour

*Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA)

Michigan Chamber of Commerce summary –
https://www.michamber.com/news/breaking-news-earned-sick-time-minimum-wage-bills-on-their-way-to-governor-signature-expected/

After reading the new Michigan ESTA and determining your company’s Earned Sick Time policy, please let us know how we can support your business needs.

If you create a new benefit for ESTA or modify your PTO policy, Culver’s payroll software can support your needs for:

*Frontload or accruals based on hours worked

*New hire waiting period

*Year-end carryover balance policies

*Record hours used

*Remaining, unused time balance reports

While we can’t provide legal advice, we look forward to helping you implement and manage your ESTA/PTO policies if you want our assistance.