Maryland SB857 protects employees' rights to engage in lawful civic and political activities.

Maryland SB857, the Maryland Employee Civic Activity and Lawful Expression Protection Act, prohibits employers from taking adverse actions against employees for engaging in lawful off-duty civic activities. Employers must post notices about these protections and provide annual updates to employees. Employees can file complaints with the Attorney General if they believe their rights have been violated. Employers cannot require job applicants to disclose their political or civic activities unless related to job requirements.

Maryland SB857 protects employees' rights to engage in lawful civic and political activities.

Maryland SB857, the Maryland Employee Civic Activity and Lawful Expression Protection Act, prohibits employers from taking adverse actions against employees for engaging in lawful off-duty civic activities. Employers must post notices about these protections and provide annual updates to employees. Employees can file complaints with the Attorney General if they believe their rights have been violated. Employers cannot require job applicants to disclose their political or civic activities unless related to job requirements.