Maryland § 9-604
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-604, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-604.
(a) (1) Subject to the limitations in this title or in any other law, an employee may voluntarily donate unused annual, sick, or personal leave to another employee who has exhausted all available annual, personal, sick, and compensatory leave because of a serious and prolonged medical condition of the employee or a catastrophic illness or injury of a member of the employee’s immediate family.
(2) The employee who donates leave shall designate the recipient of the leave.
(b) An employee who receives leave through the Leave Donation Program may only use the leave for:
(1) an illness or disability of the employee due to the medical condition that existed at the time of the donation; or
(2) a catastrophic illness or injury of a member of the employee’s immediate family for whom the employee is needed to provide direct care.
(c) (1) An employee may use leave received through the Leave Donation Program for a catastrophic illness or injury of a member of the employee’s immediate family only after obtaining approval from the employee’s appointing authority.
(2) Approval by the employee’s appointing authority is discretionary, and denial may be based on any reason which is consistently applied and that is not illegal or unconstitutional.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-604
What does Maryland Code § 9-604 cover?
Section 9-604 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 § 9-604?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 9-604" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 9-604 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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