Fall has arrived, and Sacramento once again has supplied California employers with something scarier than Halloween ghouls: another round of workplace legislation. This year’s harvest includes restrictions on artificial intelligence, expanded leave rights, and steeper penalties. There is even a temporary reprieve from last year’s “stay-or-pay” restrictions. (Apparently, some regulations need a little regulating themselves.)
Here is what employers should know. Unless otherwise noted, the laws take effect January 1, 2027.
Legislation
Summary & Impact on Employers
AB 1331Elhawary
Bathroom Breaks Get Additional Privacy Protections. This legislation generally prohibits employers from using workplace surveillance tools to monitor employees in workplace bathrooms and permits employees to leave carried surveillance devices behind when entering. Employers should review wearable devices, badges, and tracking policies against the new requirements.
AB 1697Kalra
A “Stay-or-Pay”… Read the complete article here...
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