New U.S. Law Requires Workplace Accommodations for Pregnant Employees

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act provides legal protection for pregnant workers, requiring employers to provide reasonable accommodations so women can continue working during and after pregnancy.
Under the new law, women can request accommodations such as more frequent breaks, temporary reassignment to less strenuous jobs, and time off for medical care during and after pregnancy.
The law applies to businesses with 15 or more employees and aims to expand protections beyond those offered by the Americans with Disabilities Act and Pregnancy Discrimination Act.
Examples of potential accommodations include access to food and water, closer parking spaces, and more flexibility in work schedules.
The law allows most pregnant women in the U.S. to maintain their careers and livelihoods during pregnancy by requiring employers to provide necessary on-the-job accommodations.