Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave
State program
Maine PFML · May 1, 2026
Public data · clear sources
Short-term disability in Maine
Maine has Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave to eligible workers who cannot work because of their own serious health condition.
Benefit amounts depend on eligibility, income, and living arrangements. Use the source links to check the applicable period.
Up to 12 weeks in a benefit year (benefits for leave on or after May 1, 2026)
Maximum duration
Maine PFML · May 1, 2026
Quick reference
| Label | Value | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| State short-term disability or paid medical leave program | Yes | Nov 12, 2026 | DOL paid leave |
| Program name | Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave | May 1, 2026 | Maine PFML |
| Maximum weekly benefit | Not verified | May 1, 2026 | Maine PFML |
| Maximum duration | Up to 12 weeks in a benefit year (benefits for leave on or after May 1, 2026) | May 1, 2026 | Maine PFML |
| Waiting period | Not verified | May 1, 2026 | Maine PFML |
| Payroll contribution | Not verified | May 1, 2026 | Maine PFML |
| Program website | https://www.maine.gov/paidleave/ | Nov 12, 2026 | Maine PFML |
Sourced facts
State short-term disability / paid medical leave
- State short-term disability or paid medical leave program: Yes [1] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Program name: Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave [2] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Maximum weekly benefit: Not verified [3] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Maximum duration: Up to 12 weeks in a benefit year (benefits for leave on or after May 1, 2026) [4] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Waiting period: Not verified [5] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Payroll contribution: Not verified [6] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Program website: https://www.maine.gov/paidleave/ [7] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
Conflicts and unverified data
Maximum weekly benefit: not verified. Not yet verified against the program agency.
Waiting period: not verified. Not yet verified against the program agency.
Payroll contribution: not verified. Not yet verified against the program agency.
Frequently asked questions
Does Maine have state short-term disability?
Yes. Maine has Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave to eligible workers who cannot work because of their own serious health condition. Duration: Up to 12 weeks in a benefit year (benefits for leave on or after May 1, 2026).
How to apply
Review eligibility and apply directly through the responsible agency.