Rhode Island’s law stands as the first codified, explicit legal mandate for menopause accommodations in any state, reshaping the compliance landscape and providing a model for future legislation.

Rhode Island’s Landmark Menopause Accommodation Law Impacts, Employer Obligations, and

Leading authorities, including The Menopause Society and Mayo Clinic Proceedings, now urge employers to become menopause certified, offering robust evidence that such certification yields measurable benefits in talent retention, productivity, workplace culture, and cost containment.

This paper outlines the business case, the ROI of menopause accommodations, the evolving legal landscape, and why specialized telehealth is the most effective solution for employers seeking to lead in employee wellbeing and retention.