CA AB1450

Prohibits employers, employment agencies, and job posting websites from publishing job advertisements that require current employment status or state they will not consider unemployed applicants, unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification.

Allows employers to advertise other lawful job qualifications (professional licenses, education, experience) and to restrict internal job postings to current employees.

Establishes civil penalties of $1,000 for first violation, $5,000 for second violation, and $10,000 for each subsequent violation.

Requires state contracts entered on or after January 1, 2013, to include compliance with these provisions; violations constitute breach of contract and may result in contract termination and debarment from state contracts for up to 3 years.

Does not restrict employers from obtaining employment history information, considering employment background, or making hiring decisions based on reasons underlying employment status.