Missouri’s employee-leave landscape is shifting again. Less than a year after voters approved Proposition A, adding a statewide earned paid-sick-leave mandate and a stepped-up minimum-wage schedule, the Legislature passed HB 567, a measure that would roll back much of that law. Once signed by the governor, the law will repeal the Missouri paid-sick-leave requirement and scrap the inflation-indexed wage increases slated for 2027 and beyond, though the scheduled rise to $15.00 per hour on January 1, 2026 remains intact. Until the repeal’s expected effective date of August 28, 2025, employers must continue to follow Proposition A’s sick-leave rules or risk legal action. The overview below explains the timeline and compliance steps for Missouri employers and what to watch for next.
1. Snapshot / Background For Missouri Paid Sick Leave
| Date | Event | Impact on Employers |
|---|---|---|
| May 1 2025 | Proposition A’s earned paid sick leave (EPSL) law takes effect. Workers begin accruing 1 hour per 30 worked, up to 56 hours (40 for <15 employees). | All private employers must offer EPSL and post the state notice. (SOURCES: labor.mo.gov, ogletree.com) |
| May 14 2025 | General Assembly passes HB 567, repealing EPSL and future CPI-based minimum-wage hikes. | Repeal awaits governor’s signature; no emergency clause. (SOURCES: shrm.org, armstrongteasdale.com) |
| Aug 28 2025 (expected) | Repeal becomes law unless vetoed. | EPSL requirements vanish; CPI index repealed. Until then, employers must stay compliant. (SOURCES: disabilityleavelaw.com, amundsendavislaw.com) |
| Jan 1 2026 | State minimum wage still climbs to $15.00/hr (Prop A step). | Update pay rates. (SOURCES: senate.mo.gov, armstrongteasdale.com) |
| Jan 1 2027 → | No automatic CPI adjustments. Rate remains $15 until new legislation. | Budget accordingly. (SOURCE: senate.mo.gov) |
2. What stays in force right now
- Earned paid sick leave: Accrual, usage caps, notice/poster, anti-retaliation, and record-keeping rules are unchanged through Aug 28 2025. Penalties include private lawsuits, double damages, and fees. (SOURCES: labor.mo.gov, disabilityleavelaw.com)
- Minimum wage: $13.75/hr since Jan 1 2025; overtime, tipped, and sub-minimum wage rules unaffected. (SOURCE: armstrongteasdale.com)
3. Immediate action checklist
| When | Task | Why / How |
|---|---|---|
| Today | Verify EPSL policy meets Prop A standards (accrual, carry-over, reasons for use). | Avoid statutory and civil penalties. |
| Payroll cycle | Keep tracking EPSL hours until at least Aug 28. | Courts can enforce accrual up to repeal date. |
| By Aug 27 2025 | Prepare to sunset EPSL benefit or fold hours into existing PTO once repeal is official. | Communicate plan to employees in advance. |
| Legislative watch | Monitor Governor Kehoe’s bill signing and any court action. | Sign-up for MoDOLIR or trade-association alerts. |
5. Authoritative links for further detail
- Missouri Dept. of Labor: Prop A FAQs & posters (labor.mo.gov)
- Bill text & status: HB 567 (Missouri Senate) (senate.mo.gov)
- Legal analyses: Ogletree Deakins, Armstrong Teasdale, Jackson Lewis (ogletree.com, armstrongteasdale.com, shrm.org)
Disclaimer: The information contained herein is not intended to be construed as legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such. Employers should closely monitor the rules and regulations specific to their jurisdiction(s) and should seek advice from counsel relative to their rights and responsibilities. This post is a high-level summary; always confirm details with official Missouri statutes, MoDOLIR guidance, or counsel before changing policy.