Log in or register
Share on LinkedInShare on LinkedIn

ARTICLE · 18 SEPTEMBER 2024

Legislative Developments: Pregnancy And Nursing Protections For Employees

Hall Benefits Law
Explore more from Hall Benefits Law

Employers should be aware of recent federal legislation that has created new rights for pregnant and nursing employees. Some states also have passed state legislation that creates...

United StatesEmployment and HR
Hall Benefits Law
Hall Benefits Law
Author LinkedIn connections

Employers should be aware of recent federal legislation that has created new rights for pregnant and nursing employees. Some states also have passed state legislation that creates new or additional rights that employers must follow, depending on the states in which they operate. What follows is a summary of new legislation that impacts pregnant and nursing employees in the workplace.

Federal Laws

Congress updated Section 7 of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in 2010 to mandate that employers provide nursing employees with break time and private spaces for pumping. In April 2023, the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act (PUMP Act) went into effect, which clarifies and strengthens these protections for nursing employees. More specifically, employers, with some exceptions for undue hardship, must:

We operate a free-to-view policy, asking only that you register in order to read all of our content. Please login or register to view the rest of this article.

Register for freeORLog in

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

View source

Related Articles

Legal Intelligence Newsletters: sign up for the latest legal and regulatory news on your chosen topics

Read more about

Related Comparative Guides

See more popular content from

Article

Treasury Issues Temporary Regulations On Trump Accounts And Contributions

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS recently issued temporary regulations that provide an immediately effective framework for establishing and administering “Trump Accounts,” including broad automatic enrollment and large-scale contributions funded by governmental and charitable donors. The regulations became effective September 30, 2026, apply to taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2026, and expire September 30, 2029.
United StatesEmployment and HR
Fennemore Craig, P.C.
Fennemore Craig, P.C.
Article

IRS Issues New Revenue Procedure

The IRS has released Revenue Procedure 2026-24, establishing new inflation-adjusted limits for Health Savings Accounts and high-deductible health plans effective in 2027. These updates include increased contribution limits, higher minimum deductibles, and expanded out-of-pocket maximums, along with new provisions for direct primary care service arrangements under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act. How will these changes impact employee benefit planning and healthcare coverage strategies?
United StatesEmployment and HR
Winston Taylor
Winston Taylor
Article

Allegheny County Council Passes Paid Parental Leave Policy

On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, the Allegheny County Council passed legislation requiring employers with at least 15 workers to provide 12 weeks of paid parental leave, ending months-long debate on the proposal. We previously reported on the initial 18-week proposal in May 2026 (summarized here), the revised proposed legislation (summarized here), and the Allegheny County Board of Health passing the legislation (summarized here). The measure was passed in an 11-4 vote. It will become effective in one year, as County Executive Sara Innamorato signed the bill on, October 22, 2026.
United StatesEmployment and HR
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney
Article

DOL Announces Enforcement Actions Against Employers In H-1B And PERM Fraud Probe

The Trump Administration has launched an unprecedented enforcement action suspending permanent labor certification processing for eight major employers, linking immigration sponsorship to layoff histories and recruitment practices. This development signals a fundamental shift in how the government evaluates employer access to H-1B and green card programs, with investigations already underway and subpoenas served.
United StatesEmployment and HR
Mayer Brown
Mayer Brown
Article

Maryland’s Ban On Mandatory Employer Meetings: Notice Deadline Looms

Maryland employers must comply with new posting requirements under the Worker Freedom Act, which prohibits penalizing employees who decline attendance at employer-sponsored meetings on religious or political matters. The Maryland Department of Labor has released official notices in English and Spanish that must be displayed prominently in workplaces and provided to new hires starting November 1, 2026.
United StatesEmployment and HR
Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jackson Lewis P.C.
Article

Sephora Fights Back Against Allegations Of Discrimination Related To Its Loyalty Program

Sephora faces multiple arbitration claims alleging its Beauty Insider loyalty program discriminates by generating personalized product recommendations based on demographic information like race and age. The company has filed at least 16 lawsuits seeking declarations that its optional personalization features comply with California's Unruh Civil Rights Act, arguing the recommendations enhance customer experience without restricting product access or changing pricing terms.
United StatesEmployment and HR
Hall Benefits Law
Hall Benefits Law
Article

Suit Alleges Anthem Withheld $30 Million In No Surprises Act Awards

PHI Health LLC has filed suit against Anthem, alleging that the insurer and health plans it administers have failed to pay about $30 million in final payment determinations issued under the No Surprises Act (NSA)’s independent dispute resolution (IDR) process. The suit, which PHI filed in an Indiana federal district court, seeks over $1.3 million in interest on the payments that Anthem is accused of withholding.
United StatesFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life Sciences
Hall Benefits Law
Hall Benefits Law
Article

Former Workers File 401(k) TDF Suit Against American Express

Former American Express employees have filed a class action lawsuit alleging the company maintained underperforming investment funds in its $9 billion 401(k) plan, including proprietary target-date funds that served as default options. The plaintiffs claim these investment decisions breached fiduciary duties under ERISA and cost participants hundreds of millions in potential retirement savings, while potentially benefiting Amex's business relationship with Morgan Stanley Investment Management.
United StatesEmployment and HR
Hall Benefits Law
Hall Benefits Law