AB 2674 Summary

• Defines "copy" of itemized wage statements to include duplicates or computer-generated records that accurately show all required wage information, to be kept on file for at least 3 years.

• Requires employers to provide current and former employees or their representatives access to inspect and copy employment records within 21 calendar days of request, with violation constituting an infraction.

• Establishes $750 penalty recoverable by current/former employees or the Labor Commissioner for failure to permit timely inspection or copying of records.

• Allows employees to pursue injunctive relief and recover attorney's fees for violations, and permits employees to bring wage statement accuracy claims with statutory damages of $50-$100 per violation.

• Amends Section 1198.5 to require employers maintain personnel records for 3 years after termination and provide inspection/copies within 30 calendar days; limits compliance to 50 requests per month from employee representatives; exempts employees under valid collective bargaining agreements with specified protections.