Maryland § 8.5-104
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8.5-104, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8.5-104.
(a) An employer that is organized as a nonprofit organization that does not spend up to 6% of the total wages paid to employees in the State on health insurance costs shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the difference between what the employer spends for health insurance costs and an amount equal to 6% of the total wages paid to employees in the State.
(b) An employer that is not organized as a nonprofit organization and does not spend up to 8% of the total wages paid to employees in the State on health insurance costs shall pay to the Secretary an amount equal to the difference between what the employer spends for health insurance costs and an amount equal to 8% of the total wages paid to employees in the State.
(c) An employer may not deduct any payment made under subsection (a) or (b) of this section from the wages of an employee.
(d) An employer shall make the payment required under this section to the Secretary on a periodic basis as determined by the Secretary.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8.5-104
What does Maryland Code § 8.5-104 cover?
Section 8.5-104 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 8.5-104?
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