Maryland FAMLI paid family and medical leave implementation

Maryland's FAMLI program is preparing to provide paid, job-protected leave for eligible workers, including leave to care for a loved one, with benefits starting in January 2028.

Maryland · Effective Soon · Implementation Jan 1, 2027

What it is

What changed: Maryland is building its paid family and medical leave program, with employer preparation and payroll/contribution steps preceding employee benefits that begin in January 2028.
Why it matters: Caregivers need early notice because program eligibility, payroll deductions, employer communications, and future leave applications all become planning issues before benefits are payable.
Who it touches: Family caregivers, Businesses and agencies that must complyfamily caregivers, Maryland workers, employers, workers caring for loved ones
What it does: Pays people (wages, leave, credits, stipends); Gives people a right or protection
Topics: Paid family leave

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Last reviewed Jun 18, 2026. This is information, not legal advice; check the source for the current text.