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HB 2890

pregnant employees; reasonable accommodation.

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Anna Abeytia and 25 co-sponsors

Arizona bill requires employers to provide reasonable workplace accommodations for pregnant employees, protecting job security and health during pregnancy.

House Second Reading
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Bill Summary · HB 2890

Legislative bill overview

HB 2890 requires Arizona employers to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant employees, similar to accommodations granted to employees with disabilities or medical conditions. The bill establishes pregnancy-related accommodations as a legally protected right, allowing pregnant workers to request modifications to their work duties, schedules, or environment without facing retaliation or discrimination.

Why is this important

Pregnancy-related workplace discrimination and lack of accommodations can force pregnant workers into unsafe conditions, unpaid leave, or job loss during a critical financial period. This bill aims to keep pregnant employees in the workforce while protecting fetal health and maternal safety, addressing a gap in federal protections that many states have already filled.

Potential points of contention

  • Business compliance costs: Employers may argue that individualized pregnancy accommodations create administrative burden and unpredictable operational expenses, particularly for small businesses
  • Definition ambiguity: The bill's scope depends heavily on what qualifies as "reasonable," which could lead to disputes over whether specific requests are legally required or subject to undue hardship exceptions
  • Interaction with existing law: Questions remain about how this coordinates with federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) protections and whether Arizona's version is more or less stringent

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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