Current Solicitations - Workforce Development & Adult Learning
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| Solicitations and Applications | Summary | Date Solicitation/Application Goes Live | Date Solicitation/Application Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP): Pathways to Health Careers | Through Pathways to Health Careers, MD Labor will fund projects to improve access to innovations in healthcare delivery and management across 18 state-designated rural counties. MD Labor is deploying resources for projects that can be swiftly implemented. Successful applicants will propose plans that implement high-impact interventions aligned with the goals of the Rural Health Transformation Program. Eligible applicants may apply to one or both of the projects: Rural Healthcare Registered Apprenticeship Intermediaries and RAMP-Allied Health. View program.. | July 10, 2026 | August 9, 2026 |
| Maryland Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP): Rural Initiatives for Strengthening Employment in Healthcare (RISE) | Rural Initiatives for Strengthening Employment in Healthcare (RISE) will deploy resources to projects dedicated to transforming Maryland’s rural communities by establishing a sustainable workforce framework to build the bench of future healthcare practitioners and recruit, support, and retain mid-level and advanced practice professionals. MD Labor will fund projects aimed at improving access to high quality innovation in healthcare delivery and management across 18 state-designated rural counties. Successful applicants will propose plans that implement high-impact interventions aligned with the goals of the Rural Health Transformation Program and offer proven strategies to improve rural healthcare workforce shortages. Eligible applicants may apply to one or both projects: Rural Health Talent Pipelines and Rural Health Advanced Provider Pathways. View program.. | July 10, 2026 | August 9, 2026 |
| Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program | The Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program helps employers offset the cost of training Registered Apprentices. Under the program, Maryland Registered Apprenticeship sponsors or employers may receive up to $3,000 for each newly registered adult apprentice, or up to $7,500 for each newly registered high school level apprentice, to offset eligible training expenses. View more. | January 29, 2026 | Until funds are exhausted |
| 4th & Goal | 4th & Goal Program is designed to support learners who have completed three GED® tests with only one more to go on the way to a Maryland High School Diploma. Specifically, 4th and Goal offers short-term assistance for classes and tutoring and for covering the costs of practice tests and the fourth and final exam. View program. |
Sept 16, 2024 | Rolling through Sept 15, 2026 or until funds are exhausted |
| Public Sector Apprenticeship Innovation Fund | The Public Sector Apprenticeship Innovation Fund is an initiative to support the growth of Registered Apprenticeships within government entities across Maryland. Using the “earn and learn” model, the purposes of the Fund are to bolster the State’s public sector workforce, develop and retain talent, and connect Marylanders to good paying careers. View program here. | November 16, 2023 | Until funds are exhausted |
Mandatory FAMLI Registration - Maryland Employers Need to Act Now!
Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) is a new program in Maryland, and all employers with at least one employee localized in Maryland are now required to register with FAMLI. There are no exceptions under state law. Starting January 1, 2027, employers are responsible for contributions that will be paid into a fund administered by the State. Alternatively, employers can apply to use a private plan. When benefits become available January 1, 2028, FAMLI will make it possible for eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid, job-protected leave for qualifying events.
Questions? Visit paidleave.maryland.gov or contact the FAMLI Customer Care team at (410) 525-4010 or [email protected].