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Dems urge EEOC to retain pregnancy rule's IVF protections
3+ hour, 23+ min ago (495+ words) Employers could unlawfully deny accommodation requests, 15 Democratic senators said in an open letter. The letter addresses EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas" condemnation of the EEOC"s PWFA final rule, which was solidified in April 2024. Lucas has been "vocal in her opposition…...
Catholic bishops seek to block PWFA rule requiring accommodations for medical-related abortions
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (528+ words) The USCCB argued that failing to enjoin the rule would cause it irreparable harm because forcing it to "endorse non-conforming religious behavior for any period cannot be remedied with damages." The PWFA, which took effect in 2023, requires employers to make…...
Judge vacates portion of EEOC rule requiring accommodation for elective abortions
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (574+ words) The commission must revise the Biden-era regulation, the judge said, finding it didn't properly interpret the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Don't miss tomorrow's HR industry news Judge vacates portion of EEOC rule requiring accommodation for elective abortions The commission must…...