New Maryland laws governing the workplace will take effect on October 1, 2019. These laws:

• Amend the state’s Fair Employment Practices Act (FEPA) with respect to harassment claims and with respect to the definition of “employee”;
• Require unpaid leave and provide additional protections for employees serving as organ or bone marrow donors;
• Promote gender diversity in the boardroom;
• Provide additional civil penalties with respect to Equal Pay violations; and
• Prohibit non-compete agreements for low-wage earners.

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