New California Laws for 2027 and Beyond: What Employers Should Know

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several laws impacting California employers in 2026. Some of the new laws became effective in 2026 and others will take effect January 1, 2027, or later. These new laws address several topics, including restraint of trade, state holidays, artificial intelligence, workplace rights, and arbitrations.

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