CA AB1947

Extends the filing deadline for employment discrimination complaints with the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement from 6 months to 1 year after the violation occurs, with allowance for extension for good cause.

Authorizes courts to award reasonable attorney's fees to plaintiffs who successfully bring actions for violations of whistleblower protections under Labor Code Section 1102.5.

Clarifies that employers cannot retaliate against employees for disclosing information about law violations to government agencies, law enforcement, or public bodies conducting investigations.

Expands retaliation protections to cover employees who refuse to participate in activities that would violate state or federal statutes or local, state, or federal rules and regulations.

Applies whistleblower protections and non-retaliation provisions to client employers and other specified employer categories under Labor Code sections.