Maryland SB439 prohibits discrimination against fire and rescue public safety employees for medical cannabis use.

Maryland SB439 amends state law to prevent employers from taking adverse employment actions against fire and rescue public safety employees for using medical cannabis, provided the use is in accordance with a valid written certification. Employers are still allowed to prohibit the use of cannabis while on duty. If an employee reports for work while impaired by cannabis, the employer must report the incident to the State Emergency Medical Services Board. The law takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland SB439 prohibits discrimination against fire and rescue public safety employees for medical cannabis use.

Maryland SB439 amends state law to prevent employers from taking adverse employment actions against fire and rescue public safety employees for using medical cannabis, provided the use is in accordance with a valid written certification. Employers are still allowed to prohibit the use of cannabis while on duty. If an employee reports for work while impaired by cannabis, the employer must report the incident to the State Emergency Medical Services Board. The law takes effect October 1, 2026.