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Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave: What Employers Need to Know

  • Writer: Sara Green-Hamann
    Sara Green-Hamann
  • Apr 2
  • 2 min read


A group of women health care providers reviewing information for client out on Maine Paid Family Medical Leave.
Collaboration in Care: A team of dedicated female healthcare professionals reviewing patient information to ensure the best possible treatment outcomes.

Maine’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program is now in effect, and employers must take action to comply. The Maine Paid Leave Portal is now open, allowing employers to submit their first quarterly wage report and premium payments, which are due by April 30, 2025.


Employer Contribution Requirements:

  • Employers with 15 or More Employees: Must contribute 1% of each employee’s wages. Employers may deduct up to 0.5% from employee wages, with the remaining 0.5% covered by the employer.

  • Employers with Fewer than 15 Employees: Must contribute 0.5% of wages, which can be fully deducted from employees if the employer chooses.


Action Steps for Employers:

  1. Register with the Maine Paid Leave Portal – The portal is now live, and employers must create an account to file quarterly wage reports and submit premium contributions. Payroll companies can also be authorized to file on behalf of employers.

  2. Begin Payroll Withholdings – Ensure payroll systems are updated to start deductions immediately.

  3. Submit Quarterly Reports and Contributions – The first quarterly wage report and premium payment can be submitted now through April 30, 2025.


Additional Considerations:

  • Self-Employed Individuals & Tribal Governments – These groups can opt into the program by registering through the Maine Paid Leave Portal.

  • Benefit Availability – Employees can start utilizing paid leave benefits on May 1, 2026, even though payroll deductions have begun.

For official details and resources, visit:

How Tallwood HR Consulting Can Help:

Navigating PFML compliance can be complex, but Tallwood Human Resources Consulting is here to help. Our experts can assist with:

✅ Registering your business on the Maine Paid Leave Portal ✅ Developing internal policies that align with PFML requirements ✅ Providing ongoing compliance support to keep your business on track


Take Action Today

The first quarterly wage report and premium payment must be submitted by April 30, 2025. Don’t wait until the last minute—contact Tallwood Human Resources Consulting today for expert guidance and stress-free compliance.




 
 
 

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