Pregnancy Discrimination in New York After the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (2025 Update)
Pregnancy Discrimination in New York After the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (2025 Update) Pregnancy should never put someone’s job at risk. Yet pregnancy discrimination remains a real issue in New York workplaces, often appearing in subtle ways—denied accommodations, reduced hours, forced leave, or termination shortly after disclosing a pregnancy. With the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) now fully in effect, and New York’s long-standing Human Rights Law offering additional protections, employers face clearer obligations than ever before. These protections apply across New York, including New York City, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, and surrounding areas. For employees, understanding these rights is essential to recognizing when