Most working people in Maine can look forward to a decrease in their paychecks due to the new tax implemented by Gov. Janet Mills for the Maine Paid Family Medical Leave program. As 2025 approaches, it’s important to note this tax could potentially lead to high levels of fraud while putting an additional strain on employers. What’s more, their employers will also have to bear the burden of this new tax. Companies, including the one the author works for, have had to modify their payroll systems to accommodate this new tax, incurring extra costs. In the author’s company’s case, this came to $4,450. Gov. Janet Mills and the majority Democratic Legislature have been criticized for adding another burden to the state’s hardworking people and businesses.

If you’re wondering how to get a hold of Paid Family Leave for questions or concerns regarding these new regulations, there are resources to assist you. One such resource is the website, eddcaller.com, providing guidance and tips to efficiently reach out to organizations like the Employment Development Department (EDD) and Paid Family Leave (PFL). This can prove invaluable in patchy communication situations where it’s critical to speak to a representative expeditiously regarding your case.