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SB 1316: Employment.
What SB 1316 does, verified August 20, 2026
The bill aims to amend the labor code to improve the enforcement of employment laws. It would allow the labor commissioner to renew a lien on real property for up to 10 years, and also prohibits employers from using certain records as evidence in administrative proceedings. Additionally, the bill would restrict the use of records in hearings related to public works projects, requiring the labor commissioner to consider a reasonable request for an extension of time for production of records. The bill also aims to provide more protections for employees and contractors in these proceedings.
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Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. (2026-08-18)Alert me
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| Aug. 18, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | In Senate. Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Senate. |
| Aug. 06, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to consent calendar. |
| Aug. 05, 2026 | From committee: Do pass. Ordered to consent calendar. (Ayes 15. Noes 0.) (August 5). |