California Government Code

§ 12964.5

GOV § 12964.5 Effective Jan 1, 2022Div. 3 · Title 2 · Part 2.8 · Ch. 7 · Art. 1

Statute text

(a)(1) It is an unlawful employment practice for an employer, in exchange for a raise or bonus, or as a condition of employment or continued employment, to do either of the following:

(A)(i) For an employer to require an employee to sign a release of a claim or right under this part.

(ii)As used in this subparagraph, “release of a claim or right” includes requiring an individual to execute a statement that the individual does not possess any claim or injury against the employer or other covered entity, and includes the release of a right to file and pursue a civil action or complaint with, or otherwise notify, a state agency, other public prosecutor, law enforcement agency, or any court or other governmental entity.

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Legislative history

Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 638, Sec. 2. (SB 331) Effective January 1, 2022.