FLSA Protections for Employees to Pump Breast Milk at Work
Authored By: U.S. Department of Labor
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), most nursing employees have the right to reasonable break time and a place, other than a bathroom, that is shielded from view to express breast milk while at work. This right is available for up to one year after the child’s birth.
Link: www.dol.gov
Last Review and Update: Sep 26, 2025