Law and regulations
In 2022, the Maryland General Assembly passed the Time to Care Act, establishing a paid family and medical leave program for workers across the state. The law can be found in Title 8.3 of the Maryland Labor & Employment Code. In October 2025, the Department published proposed regulations to further explain how the program works. Final regulations were published in March 2026. This page connects you to the statute, regulations, and frequently asked questions.
FAMLI statute
Title 8.3 of the Maryland Labor and Employment Code, also known as the FAMLI statute, sets the legal requirements for the paid family and medical leave system in Maryland.
FAMLI regulations
Regulations set the rules for the FAMLI system and implement the FAMLI statute. You can find FAMLI’s regulations in the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR).
Have questions about FAMLI? We’ve compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions to help you understand the program and regulations.
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