Maryland Employment Law Updates

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Maryland | Wage and Tax Regulations

Maryland
minimum wage
Minimum Wage
$15
Minimum Wage
(Tipped Employee)
$3.63
Maximum Tip Credit
$9.62 (more than 15 employees)
Maryland
state income tax
State Withholding
Supplemental
Wage Rate
5.75% + County Rate
Unemployment insurance
Max. Taxable Earning $8,500
Employee DeductionsNone
Employee Tax Rates1-10.5%
New Employer Rate2.30%
Voluntary Contribution PermittedNo

The content of this publication is provided for informational purposes only and does not contain or constitute tax or legal advice. You should not act on this information without seeking tax or legal professional counsel.

Recent Maryland Employment Law Updates

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Legal Update
Date
Link

Maryland Amends the Parental Leave Act for Clarification

Maryland Law Raises Minimum Employment Age for Alcoholic Beverages License Holders in Allegany County

Reminder Maryland: Montgomery Minimum Wage Increase in July 2025 

Maryland Delays to the FAMLI Program

Reminder Maryland: MDOL Provided Maryland’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act Resources

Reminder: Wage Transparency Act (Resources Released by MDOL)

Maryland Department of Labor Issues FAMLI Proposed Regulations

Prince George’s County, Maryland, Amends the Fair Criminal Records Screening Standards

Reminder Maryland: Wage Payment and Collection – Pay Stubs and Pay Statements – Required Information Effective October 1, 2024

Maryland Hits Non-Competes: Healthcare Pros Take Note

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