Department of Labor Logo United States Department of Labor
Dot gov

The .gov means it's official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you're on a federal government site.

Https

The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.

March 1990

Work and family: the impact of legislation

Sar A. Levitan, Frank Gallo

The past 75 years have seen the enactment of laws protecting women and children, setting workplace standards, and establishing insurance programs. This article examines legislation that has affected work and family issues.

Download PDF »