You can apply for the program through https://maryland-dol.submittable.com/submit starting as soon as Friday, April 19th. Workers will be required to upload the following documents to the application portal:
- U.S. or state government issued photo identification.
- A real-time photograph taken by smartphone or webcam during the application process.
- Document that provides proof of access to the Port. This could include:
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC card),
- Terminal ID Badge,
- Employer Provided ID Badge, or
- Other proof of access to the Port
- Two documents that provide proof of work performed at the Port. This could include:
- 2023 W-2 from Port employer,
- 2023 1099 from Port contractor,
- Copy of paystub(s) from Port employer/contractor
- Canceled check(s), from Port employer/contractor
- Interchange ticket(s) for containers moved from the Port, or
- Interchange ticket(s) for containers moved from the Port of Baltimore, or bill(s) of lading indicating a completed transaction at the Port in 2024.
You will have to sign a statement that says you regularly performed work at the Port of Baltimore for each week temporary relief payments are requested.