California expands bereavement leave to include a 'designated person' starting January 1, 2027
Key points
- Beginning January 1, 2027, California employees can take bereavement leave after the death of a "designated person"
- The change extends beyond the family members previously covered
- The change stems from SB 1149
Beginning January 1, 2027, California employees will be able to take bereavement leave following the death of a "designated person," not just family members previously covered. The change stems from SB 1149.
What employers should do
- Update California bereavement leave policy to include the "designated person" category
- Confirm how the "designated person" definition maps to internal leave policies
Policy details
- Jurisdiction
- California
- Status
- Signed, not yet effective
- Effective date
- 2027-01-01
- Official source
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