Bill > A07697

This bill requires entities that employ police or correctional officers to establish comprehensive maternity policies that protect pregnant officers from discrimination and ensure they are treated fairly. Specifically, the bill mandates that employers: (1) prevent discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; (2) treat pregnant officers the same as temporarily disabled officers; (3) provide procedures for modifying full-duty assignments and offering light-duty roles when medically necessary, taking into account the specific medical restrictions recommended by the officer's physician; (4) exempt pregnant officers from firearms qualification requirements during their pregnancy; and (5) make all possible uniform and equipment modifications to accommodate pregnant officers' needs. The bill aims to create uniform standards across state and municipal law enforcement agencies to support pregnant officers and ensure they are not disadvantaged or made to feel uncomfortable during their pregnancy while serving in their professional roles. The legislation will go into effect 60 days after it becomes law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7697