Bill > HB69

This bill modifies Maryland law regarding exemptions from overtime pay for employees working in administrative, executive, or professional capacities by replacing the previous broad definition with specific criteria. Instead of the Commissioner defining these roles by regulation, the bill now requires individuals to meet stringent salary or fee basis compensation thresholds, which increase annually from July 1, 2027, through July 1, 2031, and must also be at least as high as federal standards (29 C.F.R. § 541.600). Additionally, employees must primarily perform duties directly related to management or business operations and exercise discretion and independent judgment, or their primary duty must involve managing an enterprise and directing at least two other employees with hiring/firing influence, or their work must require advanced knowledge in a specialized field or significant talent in an artistic endeavor. The bill also retains existing exemptions for certain categories of workers, such as those under 16 working limited hours, outside salespeople, those paid on commission, family members of employers, and specific agricultural or seasonal workers, among others.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0069?ys=2026RS