Under a new law, SB 294 (Workplace Know Your Rights Act), California employers must provide employees with a written notice explaining their constitutional rights when interacting with law enforcement at work.
By February 1, 2026, employers must distribute a stand-alone notice—available in English and Spanish from the Labor Commissioner—covering workers’ compensation rights, immigration inspection notices, protections against unfair practices, the right to organize, and key constitutional protections. This notice must be provided annually and to new hires.
If authorized by the employee, employers must also notify the employee’s designated emergency contact if the employee is detained or arrested at work or while performing job duties. Employers have until March 30, 2026, to allow employees to designate a contact and authorize notification.
Next Steps for Employers
- Download the Labor Commissioner’s template notice.
- Plan to distribute the notice by February 1.
- Update emergency contact forms to include authorization for notification.
- Train managers and supervisors on the new requirements.
- Include the notice and updated forms in onboarding materials.
For more details, read Fisher Phillips’ 7-step compliance plan.
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