The impact of cramps, hot flashes and brain fog on someone’s ability to work won’t be a fireable offense under a newly approved City Council bill.
The legislation, which was unanimously approved Thursday, extends Philadelphia’s discrimination laws to include menstruation, menopause and perimenopause as protected measures in the workplaces. It goes into effect in 2027 at offices and companies across the city.
The measure ensures that all people, no matter their gender identities, who are menstruating or going through menopause can get enough bathroom breaks, have assistance with manual labor tasks, allow for temperature regulation to alleviate hot flashes or even take time off or work remotely if needed…