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

California SB1149 requires employers to grant up to five days of bereavement leave to employees upon the death of a family member. The leave need not be consecutive and must be completed within three months of the death. Employers must maintain confidentiality regarding the leave request and documentation. The leave may be paid or unpaid, depending on existing leave policies, but employees can use other available leave if necessary.

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

California SB1149 requires employers to grant up to five days of bereavement leave to employees upon the death of a family member. The leave need not be consecutive and must be completed within three months of the death. Employers must maintain confidentiality regarding the leave request and documentation. The leave may be paid or unpaid, depending on existing leave policies, but employees can use other available leave if necessary.