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Pregnancy accommodation rules spark abortion backlash
Episode 516

Pregnancy accommodation rules spark abortion backlash

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued proposed rules for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, requiring employer accommodations for pregnant workers. However, the EEOC’s inclusion of abortion has drawn pushback from Republicans. Host Katherine Ellen Foley talks with Olivia Olander about the broader landscape of protections for pregnant workers.

POLITICO's Pulse Check

August 10, 20235m 59s

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Show Notes

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued proposed rules for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, requiring employer accommodations for pregnant workers. However, the EEOC’s inclusion of abortion has drawn pushback from Republicans. Host Katherine Ellen Foley talks with Olivia Olander about the broader landscape of protections for pregnant workers.

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