The Pregnant. Workers Fairness Act 101

In this episode, I break down two major federal laws passed in 2023 that expand workplace protections for women—especially those who are pregnant, postpartum, or breastfeeding. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) gives employees the right to reasonable accommodations for pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, similar to the ADA standard, as long as the employer has 15 or more employees. We also cover the PUMP Act, which strengthens and broadens the right to break time and a private space to express breast milk at work. Together, these laws close long-standing gaps in federal protections and help ensure that women don’t have to choose between their jobs and their health.