Successful businesses understand the importance of knowing and following regulations related to their industry. Montgomery County is committed to making regulatory information readily available to the business community.
Nursing Home – requires a license from the both the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Office of Health Care Quality and Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services.
Tobacco Enforcement – compliance with Montgomery County's Distribution of Tobacco Products to Minors and Tobacco Products Placement laws.
Earned Sick and Safe Leave – most employers in Montgomery County are required to provide paid time off that can be used for purposes defined by law.
Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Law (Ban the Box) – restricts when during the application process certain employers can inquire about someone’s criminal history.
Food Allergen Awareness and Training – Eating and drinking establishments, which are required to be under the immediate control of a certified food service manager, must have on the premises at all times when food is being prepared or served, an employee who has completed a food allergen awareness training course and passed a test as required by this Regulation to protect the health of County residents.
Maryland Minimum Wage and Overtime Law (Montgomery County) – requires certain employers in Montgomery County to pay a set minimum wage.
Taxicabs – Montgomery County regulates and licenses taxicab service.
Motor Vehicle Towing & Immobilization on Private Property – limits some practices that have led to the predatory towing of vehicles parked on private properties.
Businesses that are interested in providing goods and services as contractors for Montgomery County should familiarize themselves with the procurement requirements.
Procurement Laws & Regulations – information on the Montgomery County Procurement Code & Regulations is available on the help page of the Office of Procurement web site.
Compliance Programs – vendors should be aware of the various programs designed to ensure compliance with specific procurement programs.