Maryland Wage Range Transparency Law Effective Oct. 1, 2024

The Maryland Wage Range Transparency law went into effect on October 1, 2024. This law requires employers to provide certain information on job postings, including pay range (including minimum and maximum wages), a general description of benefits, and any other compensation elements offered.

This is applicable for both internal and external job postings including newspaper advertisements, printed flyers, social media posts, emails sent to multiple applicants or through an electronic mailing list, and advertisements published by any other means. The Wage Range Transparency law applies to postings created by or on behalf of the employer (i.e., recruiters and job boards) and employers are not responsible for job postings that are reposted by third parties without their consent.

This newly enacted law applies to postings for positions that require work to be physically performed, at least in part, in Maryland. However, if there is only occasional work required in Maryland (i.e., attending a meeting or conference), the law does not apply.

For more information, review the FAQ provided by the Maryland Department of Labor or contact the Wage and Labor Standards Enforcement Unit at [email protected] or (410) 767-2357.

Fundraising at MD SHRM Conference

MD SHRM raised money for the SHRM Foundation and the Asheville, NC SHRM Chapter during this year's annual conference (MDSHRM24)!

SHRM Foundation

During MDSHRM24, attendees had many opportunities to participate in fun activities that would in turn contribute to donations for the SHRM Foundation. Conference attendees could pay $5 to participate in a step challenge through the StepUp app (the attendee who took the most steps throughout the event won a prize) and purchase raffle tickets to be entered into drawings for baskets provided by our local chapters. MD SHRM was able to raise nearly $2500 and all proceeds went to the SHRM Foundation.

Asheville, NC SHRM Chapter

Hurricane Helene had a significant impact on the southeastern region of the United States. In efforts to provide support, MD SHRM raised money for the Asheville, NC SHRM Chapter by selling cookies for $5 each to conference attendees. MD SHRM was able to raise $1275 and all proceeds went to the chapter. The MD SHRM State Council is always happy to provide support however possible. Our thoughts are with those who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene.