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§ 9–207

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Lab. & Empl. § 9-207 (2026)
Title 9. Workers' Compensation
Subtitle 2. Covered Employees and Employers

§ 9–207Copy Citation

(a)
A forest ranger, a park ranger, a wildlife ranger, a registered crew member, a paid law enforcement employee, or an individual engaged for fire fighting by the Department of Natural Resources is a covered employee.
(b)
Notwithstanding § 9–203 of this subtitle, an individual engaged for fire fighting who otherwise would be a covered employee under subsection (a) of this section is a covered employee even if the fire fighting takes place outside of the State.
(c)
Notwithstanding § 9–205 of this subtitle, an individual who otherwise would be a covered employee under subsection (a) of this section is a covered employee even if engaged temporarily or part time.
(d)
For the purpose of this title, the Department of Natural Resources is the employer of an individual who is a covered employee under this section.