Takeaways

• Maryland’s Department of Labor published its final regulations implementing the state’s paid family and medical leave insurance law.
• Payroll deductions and employer contributions begin on 01.01.27, with benefits becoming available beginning 01.03.28.
• Employers, including governmental entities, should prepare for FAMLI payroll, notice, claims-administration and leave-coordination obligations.

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Maryland’s Department of Labor (MDOL) published its final regulations of the state’s paid family and medical leave insurance (FAMLI) law. The regulations establish how the FAMLI program will operate, with payroll contributions beginning Jan. 1, 2027, and benefits to be payable starting January 2028.

FAMLI will provide eligible employees with paid, job-protected leave for certain qualifying family and medical reasons, with up to $1,000 per week in wage replacement.

FAMLI Eligibility, Qualifying Reasons for Leave

Employees may be eligible for FAMLI benefits if they:

• Perform covered employment in Maryland; and
• Have worked at least 680 hours in covered employment during the applicable base period for any employer.

Eligible full-time employees and part-time, seasonal, temporary, and other nontraditional employees may qualify for FAMLI benefits if they satisfy the statutory requirements.

FAMLI generally provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of leave and benefits in an application year. The regulations clarify that a covered employee may...

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