EEOC Final Rule on Abortion in PWFA

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The EEOC released a final rule including abortion in the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, requiring employers with 15 or more employees to provide accommodations to workers who have abortions. The rule received mixed reactions from lawmakers and the public.

Key Points

  • EEOC final rule includes abortion in the PWFA for employers with 15 or more employees
  • Rule received bipartisan support in 2022 but did not originally include abortion
  • Public comments showed division on whether abortion should be included in the definition of medical conditions related to pregnancy

Pros

  • Provides equal accommodations for workers who have abortions
  • Addresses a comprehensive view of pregnancy and related medical conditions

Cons

  • Controversial addition of abortion to the PWFA
  • Mixed reactions from lawmakers and the public