Maryland lawmakers passed a Paid Family Medical Leave Insurance law (FAMLI) several years ago, and the effective date is fast approaching – which means it’s time for employers to make sure they understand the current version of the law and how to comply with their legal obligations. The law will soon provide employees working in Maryland with up to 12 weeks of job-protected paid leave for qualifying family and medical leave purposes. After several delays and revisions to the law, employer contributions are finally set to take effect July 1, 2025, and employee benefits will take effect July 1, 2026. Here are a series of frequently asked questions and answers to help employers get ready for this big change.
What does the law provide?
The FAMLI law provides two main benefits: job-protected leave and partial wage replacement during that leave. Eligible employees can take up to 12 workweeks of paid time off for leave:
An eligible employee can receive an additional 12 weeks of leave for their own serious health condition in the same year the employee uses 12 weeks of leave to care for a new child, up to a total of 24 weeks.
Which employers are affected?
The law applies to all employers with at...
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