2026

Starting on February 1, 2026, and annually thereafter, employers must provide each current and new employee with a stand-alone written Workplace Know Your Rights Act Notice via regular communication methods (e.g., in person, email, or text). Employers must provide the notice in the language typically used for work-related communications.

By March 30, 2026, employers must allow employees to designate an emergency contact or collect this information from new hires…

This quick-reference chart will help you understand the key points of nine new laws and one privacy protection law in California and the required actions for employers. Use it along with linked CDA resources to start your path to compliance.