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Matt Varilek
Coverage of Matt Varilek in the Nexus archive.
- MN DEED holds paid leave wage tax steady, but financial reserves projected to drop
Minnesota’s paid leave wage tax will remain at 0.88% in 2027, avoiding a tax increase for businesses and workers. However, financial reserves for the program are projected to decline significantly, dropping from $685 million to $198.7 million by 2028 if the rate stays unchanged.
- Minnesota’s Paid Leave program: 75,000 approved but some face delays
Minnesota's Paid Leave program has approved 75,000 applications and distributed $600 million in benefits, but some applicants report delays and financial strain. DEED officials acknowledge complex cases may take longer but emphasize most applications are processed within two to three weeks.