In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. “Civil Air Patrol leave” means leave requested by an employee who: is a volunteer member of the civilian auxiliary of the United States Air Force known as the Civil Air Patrol; and has been authorized by the United States Air Force, the Governor, or a political subdivision of the State to respond to an emergency mission. “Employee” means any individual who performs services for, or under the control of, a provider of wages or remuneration. “Employee benefits” means all benefits other than wages given by an employer. “Employer” means any person that employs more than 15 employees.