Federal judge in Arkansas dismisses lawsuit challenging federal rules for workers' abortion time off.

A federal judge in Arkansas has dismissed a lawsuit challenging federal rules providing workers with time off and accommodation for abortions. The states led by Arkansas and Tennessee argued the rules went beyond the scope of the 2022 Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, but their request for a preliminary injunction was denied. The EEOC rules will take effect, allowing workers to request time off to obtain an abortion and recover from the procedure.

June 14, 2024
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