For employers
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New employers: Get started
Employers have several duties. They must report employee wages and new hires. They also have to pay unemployment insurance taxes and respond to unemployment claims from former employees.Learn more about employer requirements -
Employer sign-in
The Maryland Unemployment Insurance Portal (BEACON) is where you can handle your business's unemployment insurance tasks, all in one place.Register or activate your employer account
For third-party agents
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Third-party agent activities
Third-party agents can do certain unemployment insurance tasks on behalf of an employer. They can submit wage reports and payments. They can also file appeals and get rate information.Learn more about actions available to third-party agents -
Third-party sign-in
The Maryland Unemployment Insurance Portal (BEACON) enables you to complete tasks on behalf of your clients.Register or activate your agent account