Pay Stub Requirements in Maine
Maine (ME) · Pay stub rules · Last reviewed June 2026
Federal rule
None
State statement
Usually required
Keep records
3+ years
Are pay stubs required?
There is no federal law requiring pay stubs, but most states require employers to give each employee a written or electronic wage statement every pay period. Maine employers should confirm the specific format and delivery rules that apply locally.
What a pay stub usually must show
Commonly required items include gross wages, hours worked, the pay rate, every deduction, net pay, the pay-period dates, and identifying information for the employer and employee. Some states also require showing accrued sick leave.
Recordkeeping
Keep payroll records for at least three years under federal law — some states require longer. Accurate time records are the foundation of an accurate, defensible pay stub.
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Maine pay stub rules: frequently asked questions
Are employers required to give pay stubs in Maine?
There's no federal pay-stub law, but most states require a wage statement each pay period. Maine employers should confirm the local format and delivery rules.
What must a Maine pay stub include?
Typically gross wages, hours worked, pay rate, all deductions, net pay, and the pay-period dates — and in some states, accrued sick leave.
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