This bill establishes employment protections for certified doulas, specifically prohibiting employers from discharging, harassing, or retaliating against employees who miss work due to their duties as certified doulas attending births. Employees must provide at least one hour of advance notice to their employer before attending a birth, or notify them as soon as practicable if advance notice is not feasible. While employers are not required to pay employees for the time missed while serving as a doula, employees may use vacation or sick days for this absence if available.

In the event of a violation of these provisions, the bill allows affected employees or former employees to file a civil action in the Superior Court. Remedies available to a prevailing plaintiff include civil fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 for violations, injunctions against continued violations, reinstatement to their previous position, restoration of benefits and seniority, compensation for lost wages, and coverage of reasonable attorney's fees. The bill also defines a certified doula as a trained professional who provides support to pregnant women and maintains certification from an approved training program.