Maryland Delays Paid Family Leave Program to 2027

On May 6, 2025, Maryland delayed the launch of its Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program.  Employers and employees will now begin contributing on January 1, 2027, with benefits available by January 3, 2028.  This is the third postponement since the program’s enactment in 2022. Contribution rates are expected to be announced by May 1, 2026.  Once implemented, the FAMLI program will provide up to 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave within a 12-month period, with the potential for an additional 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Weekly benefit payments will range from $50 to $1,000, with annual inflation-based adjustments starting in 2029.