(a) An employer may not:
(1) violate any provision of this subtitle;
(2) hinder, delay, or otherwise interfere with the Commissioner or an authorized representative of the Commissioner in the enforcement of this subtitle; or
(3) discharge or otherwise discriminate against an employee because the employee:
(i) has requested or taken parental leave authorized under this subtitle;
(ii) makes a complaint to the employer, the Secretary, or another person;
(iii) brings an action under this subtitle or a proceeding that relates to the subject of this subtitle or causes the action or proceeding to be brought; or
(iv) has testified or will testify in an action under this subtitle or a proceeding that relates to the subject of this subtitle.
(b) The Commissioner may bring an action for injunctive relief and damages against a person who violates subsection (a)(1) or (3) of this section.