Adjusted language in the Policy Statement and Reason for Policy sections to have this language consistent between the two, "completed a sufficient portion of the planned degree program."
Addition of two FAQs to provide:
information about alternative options for recognizing student achievement who don't meet the "sufficient portion" standard and
clarification that there is not a separate notation on the transcript or diploma to indicate that a degree was awarded posthumously.
Renamed policy from "Regents Scholarship Program" to "Regents Tuition Benefit Program" so employees know this is a benefit and do not need to be selected for scholarship.
Policy language simplified.
Form simplified and levels of approval streamlined.
Removed "typically one course per semester" phrasing.
Simplified tax documents and provided clarity on taxable vs. non-taxable.
This policy implements the Minnesota Earned Sick and Safe Time Law, which goes into effect January 1, 2024. The 30-day public comment period will extend beyond that, but we will note that this version of the policy goes into effect on 1/1/24, but any comments will still be considered and the policy may be amended.
The statute is quite prescriptive regarding eligibility, accrual, and usage of safe and sick time; this policy incorporates those requirements.
All employees who work 80+ hours in a year in the state of Minnesota are eligible, regardless of job class.
Accrued sick and safe time benefits have no cash value except to cover a qualifying absence.
Existing system technology will be used to implement the sick and safe time.
Terminology changes to reflect shifting best practices in this area. Including (1) all-gender instead of gender inclusive; (2) chosen instead of specified pronouns; (3) gender expansive instead of gender non-conforming.