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HB 914

State Employees - Cancer Screening - Paid Leave

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Vogel and 1 co-sponsor

Maryland bill grants state employees paid leave for cancer screenings to increase preventive healthcare access without reducing standard leave balances.

Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · HB 914

Legislative bill overview

HB 914 would provide paid leave to Maryland state employees for cancer screening appointments and related medical procedures. The bill allows employees to use designated paid time off specifically for preventive cancer screenings without depleting their standard leave balances.

Why is this important

Cancer screening is critical for early detection and improved treatment outcomes, but employees often skip appointments due to time and financial constraints. This legislation removes barriers to preventive healthcare access for a significant portion of the Maryland workforce, potentially improving public health outcomes while maintaining productivity through dedicated screening leave.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost to the state: Providing additional paid leave increases payroll expenses and may require budget adjustments or impact other spending priorities
  • Scope definition: Questions about which screenings qualify (colonoscopy, mammography, PSA tests, etc.) and whether the benefit extends to routine follow-ups versus initial screenings
  • Equity across sectors: Creating state employee benefits that aren't available to private sector workers may prompt calls for broader healthcare policy changes or criticism about government workforce advantages

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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