California Legislative Events

Judges Retirement System II Amendments

California Governor signed AB1844 into law, amending the Judges' Retirement System II (Government Code Sections 75522.5, 75570, 75570.5, 75571.5, 75590, 75591) and adding Section 75574. The bill passed unanimously in the Assembly (73-0) on March 26, 2026, after committee review. This legislation modifies retirement benefits and administrative provisions for California state judges.

California Farmworkers Day Holiday Established

The California State Legislature enacted AB2156 on March 26, 2026, establishing Farmworkers Day as a new state holiday by amending Government Code Sections 6700 and 6717. Passed unanimously (37-0) as an urgency statute, the bill takes effect immediately upon chaptering by the Secretary of State. This recognition honors the contributions of agricultural workers in California.

Surveillance Pricing Consumer Protection

California Assembly Bill AB2564 regarding surveillance pricing consumer protection was passed by the legislature. The bill adds Part 5.6 (commencing with Section 7200) to Division 4 of the California Civil Code, establishing new consumer protections related to surveillance pricing practices. The legislation targets algorithmic and automated pricing systems that may collect consumer data and affect pricing.

Wearable Recording Devices Privacy Crimes Amendment

California SB1130 passed the Senate on March 26, 2026, amending multiple sections of the California Penal Code to address invasion of privacy crimes involving wearable recording devices. The bill adds new sections 632.8 and 632.9 while amending sections 631, 632, 632.5, 632.6, 632.7, 633, 633.1, 633.5, and 634, establishing criminal provisions specifically targeting privacy violations through wearable technology.

Health Omnibus Bill SB1447

California Governor signed SB1447, a health omnibus bill, amending multiple sections of the Health and Safety Code and adding provisions to the Welfare and Institutions Code. The bill modifies 12 existing code sections and adds 3 new sections affecting healthcare facilities, food safety, and related health services.