CA SB729

Prohibits employees from recovering civil penalties under the Private Attorneys General Act for violations of meal and rest break requirements if the employee worked remotely due to COVID-19 between March 19, 2020 and December 31, 2022.

Applies only when the employee began remote work at the employer's direction, under an employer policy, or by agreement with the employer in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Exempts employers from penalty liability if the employee does not reside on property owned or provided by the employer.

Does not affect the employee's right to receive meal and rest breaks or pursue other remedies; only limits civil penalties under the Private Attorneys General Act for remote work violations.