Another year, another round of California employment law changes—and this time, workplace investigations are in the spotlight. The result? Four new laws and a state appellate court case broadened employee protections and introduced new compliance obligations that will influence the scope and execution of investigations. This quick read includes a summary of the most pertinent changes that will impact workplace investigations in 2026 and beyond.
SB 513 — Expanded Employee Access to Personnel Records Includes Training Documentation
Effective: January 1, 2026
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What does the Bill say? Senate Bill 513 amends California law to explicitly include training and education records within the
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