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California Expands Leave and Protections for Victims of Violence
Employees in California who are victims of violence—and their family members who are victims—now have expanded leave protections when they seek legal, medical, mental health, or safety planning services. The new law, Assembly Bill (AB) 406, which Governor Gavin Newsom signed on October 1, 2025, and which took effect immediately, prohibits discrimination and retaliation and clarifies employer obligations, documentation options, and confidentiality.
