Provides certain employment protections for certified doulas.
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Overview
This bill establishes employment protections for certified doulas in New Jersey. It prohibits employers from discharging, harassing, or retaliating against employees who miss work due to their role as a doula, provided they offer advance notice when possible. Employers are not required to pay for missed work, but doulas may use vacation or sick days. The bill also outlines legal remedies for employees who experience violations, including fines, injunctions, reinstatement, compensation, and attorney’s fees.
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