The Oklahoma Legislature passed SB 121, establishing new protections for nursing mothers who work in public schools. OEA has joined the Coalition of Oklahoma Breastfeeding Advocates and the AFT to education school districts and the public on the rights of nursing mothers and how we as colleagues can support new moms.
Helpful Resources
- The Fair Labor Standards Act and Nursing Mothers
- Senate Bill 121
- Sample Language for Accommodations for Lactating Employees Policy
- Common Questions and Answers about Nursing Mothers at School
- Setting Up a Good Nursing Room
- Privacy Sign for School Lactation Room
- Break Room Information Sign About Nursing Mothers at School
- Sample Contract Language for Breastfeeding Employees
- How to Support Your Nursing Colleagues
- Oklahoma Breastfeeding Resources
- Working Moms Work Resource Guide
- Application to Become an Official Oklahoma Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite
SB121 Panel Discussions
If you missed one of our Facebook Live panel discussions featuring Sen. Carri Hicks, author of SB 121; the Coalition of Oklahoma Breastfeeding Advocates; and OEA Advocacy Specialist Annetta Hein, we’ve saved the videos on our FB page.
