The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released its final rule implementing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). It will take effect on June 18, 2024.
As of June 27, 2023, employers with 15+ employees were required to provide reasonable accommodations for work changes in relation to an employee’s known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or other related conditions.
The final rule further clarifies what is meant by “pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.” Read the full text here.
It also provides examples of reasonable accommodations, such as taking additional breaks to eat, drink water, or use the restroom; providing a stool to sit on during work; allowing for telework; providing time off; etc. Additional information in the final rule include recommendations for communication, documentation requirements, and explanations of undue hardships for employers.
This article is informational and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with an employment lawyer or accountant for additional clarification on how these changes impact your company.
