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New Federal Law Protecting Pregnant Workers Takes Effect June 27
New Federal Law Protecting Pregnant Workers Takes Effect June 27
June 26, 2023
New Federal Law Protecting Pregnant Workers Takes Effect June 27
What is a covered Employer?
“Covered employers” are private and public sector employers with at least 15 employees. The employee count includes both full and part-time employees.What is a possible PWFA accommodation?
- The ability to sit or drink water.
- Receive closer parking.
- Have flexible hours.
- Receive appropriately sized uniforms and safety apparel.
- Receive additional break time to use the bathroom, eat, and rest.
- Paternity leave.
- Excused from physically strenuous activities.
What does PWFA prohibit?
- Require an employee to accept an accommodation without a formal discussion between the employee and employer. In other words, do not assume an employee needs an accommodation.
- Discriminate against an employee based on the person’s need for reasonable accommodation.
- Require an employee to take leave if another reasonable accommodation is available that allows them to continue working.
- Retaliate against an employee for reporting or opposing unlawful discrimination under the PWFA.
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