Washington Gov. Ferguson signs executive order for menopause workplace accommodations
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Sarah Mizes-Tan
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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed an executive order to create workplace accommodations for women experiencing menopause, peri-menopause, and post-menopause. The initiative aims to support approximately 600,000 women currently navigating these stages in Washington's workforce, helping retain experienced employees who might otherwise leave their jobs due to lack of accommodations.
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