SB3052

Secure Jobs Act regulates employee discharge, requiring just cause and progressive discipline, and limits electronic monitoring.

The Secure Jobs Act establishes rules for employee discharge, requiring employers to demonstrate just cause and use progressive discipline. It mandates written explanations for discharges and allows employees to sue for wrongful termination. The Act also limits electronic monitoring, requiring employer disclosure and employee challenge opportunities. Employers must provide severance pay and face penalties for violations. The Act creates a Wrongful Discharge Enforcement Fund for penalties and education. Effective January 1, 2027.