HB 1796-S.E - DIGEST |
(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 3/01/17) |
Prohibits an employer, with regard to providing accommodations for a pregnant employee, from: (1) Failing or refusing to make reasonable accommodations; |
(2) Taking adverse action against the employee who requests, declines, or uses the accommodation; |
(3) Denying employment opportunities to an otherwise qualified employee; or |
(4) Requiring an employee to take leave. |
Requires the department of labor and industries to provide online education materials explaining the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees who have a health condition related to pregnancy or childbirth. |
Requires the attorney general to investigate complaints and enforce this act. |
Creates the healthy pregnancy advisory committee to: (1) Develop a strategy for improving maternal and infant health outcomes; and |
(2) Conduct its activities in consultation with the maternal mortality review panel. |
Provides that this act is null and void if appropriations are not approved. |