MN SF4626

Defines the distance learning period as March 18, 2020, through May 4, 2020, or later if extended by emergency executive order.

Requires school districts and charter schools to compensate employees at their regular rate of pay for scheduled hours not worked during the distance learning period.

Requires compensation for employees who did not work on days they were scheduled due to health care provider or Department of Health recommendations regarding COVID-19 exposure or infection risk.

Prohibits deducting compensated hours from accrued sick or paid leave unless the employee is unable to work due to illness, injury, or other incapacity, including COVID-19 treatment.

Requires school districts and charter schools to reimburse contract employers who compensate their eligible employees for lost wages during the distance learning period, with provisions for mutual adjustment of rates if special circumstances warrant.