EEOC ruling | Employers must provide abortion accommodations including time off under PWFA

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has confirmed a finalized ruling for implementing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), requiring employers to provide accommodations for abortions such as time off.

The EEOC confirmed the rule on Monday, which will bring the law passed by Congress in 2022 into effect 60 days from April 19, 2024.

The PFWA is a step forward in the defence of workers who experience “limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.”

Employers with at least 15 employees must now provide accommodations for such workers, including limitations that arise from abortions and contraception.