§ 3–1209
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Lab. & Empl. § 3-1209 (2026)
Title 3. Employment Standards and Conditions
Subtitle 12. Parental Leave Act
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(a)
An employer may not:
(1)
violate any provision of this subtitle;
(2)
hinder, delay, or otherwise interfere with the Commissioner or an authorized representative of the Commissioner in the enforcement of this subtitle; or
(3)
discharge or otherwise discriminate against an employee because the employee:
(i)
has requested or taken parental leave authorized under this subtitle;
(ii)
makes a complaint to the employer, the Secretary, or another person;
(iii)
brings an action under this subtitle or a proceeding that relates to the subject of this subtitle or causes the action or proceeding to be brought; or
(iv)
has testified or will testify in an action under this subtitle or a proceeding that relates to the subject of this subtitle.
(b)
The Commissioner may bring an action for injunctive relief and damages against a person who violates subsection (a)(1) or (3) of this section.