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Pregnancy
Discrimination
Act of 1978
Prohibits employment
practices that discriminate on
the basis of pregnancy,
childbirth, or related medical
conditions
A pregnant woman cannot
be forced to take a leave of
absence as long as she is able
to work
Pregnancy must be treated
as a disability by employers
States may pass laws granting
additional benefits
