CA AB1564

Prohibits public employers from questioning public employees, union representatives, or exclusive representatives about confidential communications made between employees and their representatives regarding matters within the scope of representation such as grievances, disciplinary proceedings, and working conditions.

Prohibits public employers from compelling disclosure of these confidential communications to third parties.

Codifies existing Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) precedents, specifically referencing William S. Hart Union High School District (2018) PERB Decision No. 2595, into statute.

Exempts criminal investigations and situations involving public safety officers under investigation pursuant to Government Code Section 3303 (Public Safety Officers Procedural Bill of Rights).

Adds Section 3558.9 to the Government Code, applying to public employers and employees covered by labor relations laws including the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act and Ralph C. Dills Act.