CA SB1264

Exempts sworn law enforcement positions with functions related to criminal apprehension, civil enforcement, evidence gathering, law enforcement records, or coroner duties from cannabis use discrimination protections until January 1, 2028.

Prohibits employers from discriminating against applicants or employees based on off-job cannabis use or nonpsychoactive cannabis metabolites found in drug screening tests, with specified exceptions.

Allows employers to conduct scientifically valid preemployment drug screening that does not detect nonpsychoactive cannabis metabolites without violating discrimination protections.

Preserves employer rights to maintain drug- and alcohol-free workplaces and comply with federal testing requirements for federal contracts, funding, or security clearances.

Creates a temporary exemption for law enforcement that expires January 1, 2028, after which the full cannabis use discrimination protections apply to all positions.