Minnesota Paid Leave Law provisions modifications

This bill modifies Minnesota's Paid Leave Law to update how employees calculate their eligibility for benefits and to clarify who can act on their behalf. It defines an "authorized representative" as an adult family member or guardian who can help an individual purchase and arrange for necessary supports. The legislation also changes the rules for determining the "base period," which is the timeframe used to calculate how much money an applicant has earned for leave benefits, allowing for longer look-back periods in certain situations. Additionally, the bill amends various sections of the state statutes to align these definitions and calculations with current needs.