California SB1149 mandates bereavement leave for employees upon the death of a family member.

California SB1149 amends Section 12945.7 of the Government Code to require employers to provide up to five days of bereavement leave for employees upon the death of a family member. This leave can be paid or unpaid, but employees can use accrued leave if available. Employers must maintain confidentiality of the leave request and related documentation. The leave must be taken within three months of the death and does not need to be consecutive. It is unlawful for employers to interfere with or deny this leave.

California SB1149 mandates bereavement leave for employees upon the death of a family member.

California SB1149 amends Section 12945.7 of the Government Code to require employers to provide up to five days of bereavement leave for employees upon the death of a family member. This leave can be paid or unpaid, but employees can use accrued leave if available. Employers must maintain confidentiality of the leave request and related documentation. The leave must be taken within three months of the death and does not need to be consecutive. It is unlawful for employers to interfere with or deny this leave.