California 2025 Legislative Summary

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed many bills passed in the 2025 legislative session into law that affect employers’ compliance obligations regarding pay transparency, workplace notices, pay data reporting, paid family leave, tip theft, and more. At the same time, the governor vetoed some notable bills.

These articles list key labor and employment bills either signed into law or vetoed. Unless otherwise specified, all new bills take effect January 1, 2026.

Employers will have to review and update workplace policies and procedures to be compliant with the latest legislative changes.

Jackson Lewis:
California’s Evolving Workplace: Highlights from the 2025 Legislative Session

Ogletree Deakins:
California 2025 Legislative Rundown: Key Changes Coming for Employers