| Update Applicable to: | Effective date |
| All employers who are part of the Disability Insurance Program | January 1, 2025 |
What happened?
On September 3, 2024, the California Assembly passed AB 2123, which would provide wage replacement benefits to workers under certain circumstances. The bill is awaiting the governor’s signature (or veto).
What are the details?
Quick Bites:
- The bill removes the provision that allows employers to require employees to use up to 2 weeks of accrued vacation before receiving paid family leave benefits.
- These changes will apply to any disability commencing on or after January 1, 2025.
- For the bill analysis.
Business Considerations
- Employers should prepare to update their leave policies to comply with the amended version.
Source References
- CA AB 2123
- What Is California’s AB 2123 And Why It Matters to Businesses Nationwide (West Hills Web, Inc.)
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