Research on Paid Leave in Missouri

This study examines Missouri workers current access to paid sick leave and potential economic and health impacts of expanded access to short-term, paid sick leave for one’s own health needs or to attend to the needs of a family member or loved one. Particular attention is given to the availability of paid leave for different groups of workers, including essential workers, by occupation, and among women, individuals with low incomes, and racial and ethnic minority populations.

This study examines Missouri workers current access to paid sick leave and potential economic and health impacts of expanded access to short-term, paid sick leave for one’s own health needs or to attend to the needs of a family member or loved one. Particular attention is given to the availability of paid leave for different groups of workers, including essential workers, by occupation, and among women, individuals with low incomes, and racial and ethnic minority populations.