Resources for Federal Workers

Know Your Rights

  1. Review Your Employment Rights Under Federal Law
  2. Reasonable Accommodation for Qualified Employees with Disability Requirements
  3. Prohibited Personnel Practices and The Right to Appeal
  4. A Guide to the Federal Civil Service Employment Law


Maryland Unemployment Resources

  1. Resources for Maryland’s Former Federal Employees and Other Workers Impacted by the Federal Government Transition
  2. Maryland Division of Unemployment Insurance


Resources for Whistleblowers

  1. The Whistleblower Protection Act (WPA): A Legal Overview
  2. Frequently Asked Questions on Whistleblower Protection
  3. Fact Sheets on Whistleblowing and Specific Agencies
  4. To Submit a Complaint: Senate Democrats Whistleblower Portal


Resources from State and County Governments

  1. State of Maryland: Maryland Workers Impacted by Recent Federal Actions
  2. Montgomery County: Resources for Federal Employees
  3. Prince George’s County: Resources for Federal Workers
  4. Frederick County: Resources for Federal Employees
  5. You can reach out to hocohelp@howardcountymd.gov for guidance on available programs in Howard County. 
  6. Howard County Care Line is a free information and referral service that can provide childcare resources and parenting support. They can be reached at 410-313-2273 and children@howardcountymd.gov.


Additional resources

  1. Civil Service Strong: Resources for Civil Servants


Resources for LGBTQ+ Families

  1. Maryland Office of the Attorney General Resource Guide for LGBTQIA+ Community
  2. Maryland Department of Health Resources for LGBTQ+ Health


Resources for Immigrant Families

  1. Maryland Attorney General’s Guide for Students, Families, and Local Education Agencies on Immigration Enforcement Actions at Maryland Schools
  2. List of Accredited U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: go to page 70 for specific Maryland resources