CA AB1331

Prohibits employers from using surveillance tools to monitor workers in employee-only bathrooms, locker rooms, changing areas, and lactation spaces unless directed by court order

Grants workers the right to leave behind workplace surveillance tools when entering breakrooms, cafeterias, and public bathrooms, and during off-duty hours (excluding rest periods), with exceptions for workers required to remain available or use communication devices for work

Bans audio recording in employee-only breakrooms and cafeterias, requires signage where video surveillance is used, and prohibits generative AI-enabled video surveillance in those areas

Imposes a $500 civil penalty per violation, enforceable by the Labor Commissioner or public prosecutors, and prohibits retaliation against employees who exercise their rights under the law

Exempts employers developing national security, military, space, defense, or aircraft products, as well as specified law enforcement agencies