It’s time to register for Maryland’s new Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program. Governor Wes Moore announced the opening of employer registration on Sept. 1, 2026.
Employers with at least one employee working in Maryland must register. This includes employers based outside Maryland with employees who regularly work from Maryland, including remote employees.
Initial registration must be completed by an authorized officer who is legally permitted to act on the employer’s behalf. A payroll provider, benefits administrator, accountant, or other Third-Party Agent cannot complete the initial registration. After registration, however, the employer may authorize other team members or a Third-Party Agent to assist with FAMLI responsibilities.
FAMLI permits only one registration per federal Employer Identification Number (EIN). Divisions and locations operating under the same EIN are included in the same registration. Related entities with different EINs must register separately if each entity employs at least one employee localized in Maryland.
Upon registration, employers are automatically enrolled in the State Plan. Employers that intend to seek approval for a commercial or self-insured private plan may instead submit a Declaration of Intent by November 15, 2026. Employers with an approved Declaration of Intent generally must hold the required 2027 employer and employee contributions in escrow while pursuing private-plan approval rather than remitting them to the...
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