CA AB2494

Requires all employers (public and private) to notify employees upon termination or reduction in hours that they may be eligible for COBRA continuation coverage and will receive an election notice from their plan administrator.

Notification must be provided no later than when the employee's final wages are due, or within 72 hours of a reduction in hours (whichever is sooner).

Employers may deliver notification via hard copy or email if the employee affirmatively elects electronic delivery in writing or by electronic acknowledgment.

Employers cannot discharge, discriminate against, retaliate against, or take adverse action against employees who do not elect to receive electronic statements or materials.