Md. Code, State Gov't § 20-604 : STATE GOVERNMENT — HUMAN RELATIONS — DISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT —604 - Scope of subtitle TEXT PDF This subtitle does not apply to: (1) an employer with respect to the employment of aliens outside of the State; or (2) a religious corporation, association, educational institution, or society with respect to the employment of individuals of a particular religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity to perform work connected with the activities of the religious entity. Md. Code, SG § 20-604 Amended by 2014 Md. Laws, Ch. 474,Sec. 2, eff. 10/1/2014.