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Connecticut: New Guidance Clarifies Pregnancy Accommodation Requirements

June 17, 2019/0 Comments/in HR Alerts /by ManagEase

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April 23, 2019

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The Connecticut Commission on Human Rights & Opportunities (CHRO) issued a Best Practices “Bluepaper” to help employers understand their role in accommodating employees impacted by pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions. The Bluepaper reiterates the standards set out by the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act (CFPA); more importantly, it further clarifies or directs employers on how to handle specific situations under the law.

Oregon: NEW Pregnancy Accommodation Requirements for Employers

June 17, 2019/0 Comments/in HR Alerts /by ManagEase

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All Employers with 6 or more OR Employees

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January 1, 2020

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Next year, employers with six or more employees will need to provide job applicants and employees with reasonable accommodations for medical conditions related to pregnancy, including childbirth and lactation. Accommodations may include acquisition or modification of equipment or devices, more frequent or longer rest periods, assistance with manual labor, or modification of work schedules or job assignments.