California Employee Civil Action Law and Repeal PAGA Inititative

California Ballot Measure - Initiative

Election: Nov. 5, 2024 (General)

Outcome: Pending

Categories:

Civil Liberties and Civil Rights

Summary


Repeals 2004 law allowing employees to file lawsuits on behalf of themselves and other employees against employers to recover monetary penalties for certain state labor-law violations. Labor Commissioner retains authority to enforce labor laws and impose penalties. Eliminates Labor Commissioner’s authority to contract with private organizations or attorneys to assist with enforcement. Requires Legislature to provide funding of unspecified amount for Labor Commissioner enforcement. Requires Labor Commissioner to provide pre-enforcement advice; allows employers to correct identified labor-law violations without penalties. Authorizes increased penalties for willful violations.

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