CA SB1038

Replaces the requirement for all community college employees to undergo tuberculosis examination with a two-step process: first a tuberculosis risk assessment, then examination only if risk factors are identified.

Requires the tuberculosis risk assessment and examination (if needed) to be completed within 60 days of initial employment, using tests approved by the CDC and FDA.

Establishes that employees with no identified risk factors do not require examination, reducing unnecessary testing while maintaining health protections.

Maintains re-assessment requirements every four years for employees who remain test-negative, with exemptions for short-term employees and those with religious objections.

Requires community college districts to reimburse employees for examination costs and mandates free examinations by local health officers for contracted student transportation drivers.