 A Minnesota appeals court has ruled employers in Minneapolis still have to provide paid sick leave for their workers. The ruling filed Monday affirms a January ruling at Hennepin County District Court, which said the city could require only Minneapolis-based companies to comply with the sick leave ordinance. The local law, which took effect in July, allows employees to earn one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked up to 48 hours a year. The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce filed a lawsuit against the city last year, arguing state law preempts the ordinance. The chamber appealed the January ruling, which allowed the city to proceed with the ordinance. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.