Direct answer: Montgomery County (Montgomery County) requires paid sick leave for 1 employee. Accrual 1 hour per 30 hours, max Up to 80 hours (varies by size), paid. This is stricter than Maryland state law.Source: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/; retrieved 2026-09-21.
This page summarizes a local ordinance for general guidance only. It is not legal advice. The controlling language is the official municipal code at the source link below.
Local ordinance vs Maryland state law
Provision
Montgomery County
Maryland State
Employer threshold
1 employee
15+ employees (paid); smaller (unpaid)
Accrual rate
1 hour per 30 hours
1 hour per 30 hours worked
Max accrual
Up to 80 hours (varies by size)
40 hours per year
Paid / unpaid
paid
mixed
Local insight
Montgomery County Earned Sick and Safe Leave: stricter than state, lower threshold.
Compliance go / no-go
Determine if your workforce meets the local threshold (1 employee).
Accrue at 1 hour per 30 hours (or use a more generous PTO policy that meets/exceeds the local minimum).
Cap accrual at Up to 80 hours (varies by size); honor carryover per local rule.
Post the required notice and keep a written policy citing the local ordinance.
Montgomery County may have private right of action / penalties for non-compliance — retain records.
What are the paid sick leave rules in Montgomery County for 2026?
Montgomery County requires paid sick leave for 1 employee. Accrual: 1 hour per 30 hours. Max: Up to 80 hours (varies by size). Montgomery County Earned Sick and Safe Leave: stricter than state, lower threshold.
How does Montgomery County sick leave differ from Maryland state law?
Lower (or no) employer threshold: 1 employee vs state 15+ employees (paid); smaller (unpaid). This makes the local ordinance stricter than the Maryland statewide standard.
Where can I find the official Montgomery County sick leave ordinance?
The official text is published by the local agency: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/.