CA AB2489

Requires county boards of supervisors to notify exclusive employee representatives at least 10 months before procuring special services contracts that currently or previously (within 10 years) were performed by county employees represented by a union, with exceptions for emergencies.

Mandates that contractors performing special services or temporary help use employees meeting or exceeding minimum qualifications and standards of civil service employees doing the same work, including criminal background checks, licensure, experience, and performance standards.

Requires contractors to provide information documenting employee qualifications and maintain records for at least two years, with all records subject to the California Public Records Act.

Applies similar 10-month notice and qualification requirements to cities and special districts contracting for special services, with a 90-day notice requirement for temporary help contracts by counties.

Applies to all contracts entered into on or after January 1, 2025, and does not apply to contracts between governmental entities.