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IA HF676

IA HF676
A bill for an act requiring employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees based on pregnancy or childbirth and making penalties applicable.

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Introduced
02/28/2025
In Committee
02/28/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

91st General Assembly

Bill Summary

This bill requires an employer to provide reasonable accommodations to an employee based on medical conditions related to the employee’s pregnancy or childbirth if the employee requests reasonable accommodations with the advice of the employee’s health care provider. Penalty provisions for discriminatory employment practices are made applicable to a failure to provide such reasonable accommodations to an employee. The bill defines “reasonable accommodations” as actions which would permit an employee with a medical condition relating to the employee’s pregnancy or childbirth to perform in a reasonable manner the activities involved in the employee’s specific occupation and include but are not limited to the provision of an accessible worksite, acquisition or modification of equipment, job restructuring, and a modified work schedule. The bill provides that “reasonable accommodations” does not mean any action that would impose an undue hardship on the business of the employer from whom the action is requested.

AI Summary

This bill requires employers in Iowa to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth when requested by the employee and supported by a healthcare provider's advice. Reasonable accommodations are defined as modifications that enable pregnant or postpartum employees to perform their job duties effectively, such as making the worksite accessible, modifying equipment, restructuring job responsibilities, or adjusting work schedules. The bill specifies that these accommodations must not impose an undue hardship on the employer's business. By amending Section 216.6 of the Iowa Code, the bill adds legal protections for pregnant workers, ensuring they can continue working with necessary adjustments to support their health and job performance during and after pregnancy. The legislation aims to prevent workplace discrimination and support employees during a potentially challenging time by mandating employers make practical, feasible changes to support pregnant and postpartum workers.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (20)

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Labor and Workforce. H.J. 478. (on 02/28/2025)

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