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Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Enforceable Again in Texas

Effective: August 15, 2025

A recent federal appeals court decision reversed a prior injunction that had blocked enforcement of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) against the State of Texas. The PWFA, which requires employers with 15+ employees to provide reasonable accommodations for known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, is now enforceable in Texas and across the U.S.

The law originally faced a legal challenge in Texas on procedural grounds, but the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has confirmed its constitutionality and restored the EEOC’s enforcement authority.

Note: One provision of the PWFA remains subject to a nationwide injunction. The provision would have required accommodations for certain elective procedures not deemed medically necessary. This portion of the rule is currently unenforceable pending further litigation.

Employers should ensure their policies remain aligned with the enforceable provisions of the PWFA and continue to monitor for regulatory developments.

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