After you retire, you must wait at least 45 days before accepting employment with any participating employer. You should begin the process at least one year before your anticipated retirement date.Learn about MarylandSaves, its requirements, and which employers must participate in this statemandated retirement program. You may be eligible to claim some valuable personal income tax credits available on your Maryland tax return. With respect to Collins' and Taylors' claims to the early retirement benefits, courts have differed as to whether those benefits should be viewed as accrued. If you are 65 or older or totally disabled (or your spouse is totally disabled), you may qualify for Maryland's maximum pension exclusion. 20, the Senate voted 76-20 to pass The Social Security Fairness Act (H. (iv) the right of each party to receive retirement benefits; and. Apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits. Check the status of an application or appeal.