Which group is protected under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act?

Which group is protected under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act?

• A. Only men
• B. All employees
• C. Employees who have taken maternity leave
• D. Pregnant employees

Answer: (D)

Discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions is illegal. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act prohibits treating someone unfavorably because she is pregnant and requires that pregnancy be treated the same as other medical conditions or temporary disabilities in terms of employment decisions and benefits. It protects those who are pregnant (and those affected by pregnancy), ensuring they aren’t excluded from hiring, promotions, pay, or job protections simply due to pregnancy. This focus on the pregnancy status itself makes pregnant employees the group protected by the act.

Discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions is illegal. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act prohibits treating someone unfavorably because she is pregnant and requires that pregnancy be treated the same as other medical conditions or temporary disabilities in terms of employment decisions and benefits. It protects those who are pregnant (and those affected by pregnancy), ensuring they aren’t excluded from hiring, promotions, pay, or job protections simply due to pregnancy. This focus on the pregnancy status itself makes pregnant employees the group protected by the act.