Missouri does not require paid sick leave. Not required as of 2026. Missouri's voter-approved paid sick leave (Proposition A) was repealed by the legislature effective August 28, 2025. The $15.00 minimum wage from Proposition A remains in effect. Some employers still offer it as a benefit, and cities in some states set their own rules.
Paid sick leave in Missouri
Required by state law
No
Typical accrual
Set by the employer, if offered
The rule
Not required as of 2026. Missouri's voter-approved paid sick leave (Proposition A) was repealed by the legislature effective August 28, 2025. The $15.00 minimum wage from Proposition A remains in effect.
Good to know
Paid sick leave and paid vacation are different things. This page covers sick leave. For whether unused vacation must be paid when you leave a job, see Missouri PTO payout rules. This is general information, not legal advice.