FMLA: Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 - Provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for specified family and medical reasons, including childbirth and care for a newborn.
PDA: Pregnancy Discrimination Act - Prohibits discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Requires employers to treat pregnancy and related conditions the same as other temporary disabilities.
ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act - May provide additional protections for pregnancy-related conditions that rise to the level of disability.
FEPLA: Federal Employee Paid Leave Act - Provides up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave to federal employees for the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child.
OPM Guidelines: Office of Personnel Management guidelines governing federal employee leave policies, including specific provisions for maternity and parental leave administration.
State Leave Laws: Individual state-specific maternity leave provisions and civil service regulations that may provide additional benefits beyond federal requirements.
Agency Policies: Specific federal agency policies and collective bargaining agreements that may affect leave administration and documentation requirements.
Documentation Requirements: Specific medical certification and documentation needed to verify pregnancy, childbirth, and return-to-work clearance.
Healthcare Continuation: Provisions for maintaining health insurance coverage during maternity leave period under FMLA and agency-specific policies.
Return-to-Work Provisions: Requirements and procedures for returning to work after maternity leave, including job protection guarantees and reinstatement rights.
