Majority Leader Schumer Floor Remarks On Passage Of The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Washington, D.C. –  Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which the Senate agreed to as an amendment to the omnibus by a vote of 73-24. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks:

This bill is a great example of how this body can work in a bipartisan way and get things done. I want to salute Senators Casey and Cassidy for their diligence and relentlessness. I want to thank Senators Murray and Burr.

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act makes a simple assertion: if you are pregnant, if you are working during your pregnancy, you should have the right to basic workplace accommodations.

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is one of the most significant improvements to workplace protections in years. Tens of millions will be covered under this legislation, especially millions who work low-income jobs, long hours, and get little support.

I urge a yes vote.

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