Important Information on Maryland’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program
- Rodrigo Reyes
- Jun 10
- 1 min read
About the program
Maryland’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program will help workers balance their jobs with important family and health needs. Starting in 2028, eligible workers can take paid time off to care for themselves or loved ones—without worrying about losing their job.
How it will work
When benefits become available, FAMLI will provide up to 12 weeks of job-protected paid leave annually, with benefits of up to $1,000 per week. FAMLI covers important life events such as welcoming a new child, managing a serious health condition, caring for a family member with a serious health condition, or addressing family needs related to a uniformed service member’s deployment.
Important dates
January 1, 2027: Contributions begin
January 2028: Benefits become available
Why contributions start early: Payroll deductions begin January 1, 2027, but benefits don’t start until January 2028. This year allows the trust fund to grow before paying out claims.
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