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NJ A4487
NJ A4487Prohibits workplace discrimination based on menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause.
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Introduced
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill expands certain civil rights protections under the New Jersey "Law Against Discrimination" by making it an unlawful employment practice for any employer, employee or an agent thereof to discriminate against an employee on the basis of menstruation, perimenopause, or menopause, if the symptoms of menstruation, perimenopause, or menopause substantially interfere with an employee's ability to perform one or more job functions.
AI Summary
This bill expands workplace protections under New Jersey's Law Against Discrimination to prohibit employers from discriminating against employees based on menstruation, perimenopause, or menopause, if the symptoms of these conditions substantially interfere with an employee's ability to perform their job functions. The bill defines "menopause" as the permanent end of a menstrual cycle, diagnosed by a medical provider after 12 consecutive months without a period, and "perimenopause" as the transitional period leading to menopause characterized by fluctuating hormone levels and changes in menstrual cycles. This means employers can no longer legally refuse to hire, fire, or otherwise discriminate against an employee because of these conditions if they impact their work.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor Committee (on 02/24/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4487 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4487_I1.HTM |
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