California employers face significant new compliance requirements following Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signing of several employment laws on Sept. 30, 2026. The legislation introduces new restrictions on AI-assisted employment decisions and workplace surveillance, while expanding obligations related to pay data reporting, workplace safety, employment agreements and discrimination protections. With most provisions taking effect Jan. 1, 2027, employers should review their current policies and practices to prepare for these changes.

For a closer look at these new laws and what they mean for employers, read our full blog post.