CA SB294

Requires employers to provide annual written notices to employees by February 1, 2026 (and each year thereafter) detailing workers' rights including workers' compensation benefits, immigration inspection notices, union organizing rights, and constitutional protections when interacting with law enforcement

Mandates the Labor Commissioner to develop and post a template notice by January 1, 2026, and create educational videos for both employees and employers by July 1, 2026, available in multiple languages including English, Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Korean, Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi

Employers must allow employees to designate an emergency contact by March 30, 2026, and notify that contact if the employee is arrested or detained at the worksite or during work duties (if the employer has actual knowledge)

Prohibits employers from retaliating against employees for exercising rights under this act, including filing complaints or cooperating in investigations

Violations may result in penalties up to $500 per employee per violation, with emergency contact notification violations carrying penalties up to $500 per employee per day, capped at $10,000 per employee