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Effective January 1, 2025, SB 1100 amends the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to limit when employers can require a driver’s license in job advertisements and during the recruitment process. According to the bill’s author, unnecessary driver’s license requirements create barriers for Californians who do not drive. SB 1100 aims to promote equitable access to employment by prohibiting such requirements unless a two-part test is met.

A recent federal court ruling on January 9, 2025, vacated the 2024 Title IX Regulations nationwide. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has confirmed that schools must revert to the 2020 Title IX Regulations, as outlined in their Title IX and Sex Discrimination Overview.

At its February 15, 2024 Board Meeting, the California Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards Board approved significant revisions to their lead standards, General Industry and Construction Safety Orders. The revised standards became effective January 1, 2025.

Compilation of various PRISM resources, links, and information for members affected by Wildfires.

The ARM Designation is the gold standard in the risk management industry, providing critical education to equip student with tools and expertise required to excel in Risk Management roles.

As we approach the beginning of a new calendar year, we are all busy ensuring our agencies are poised for success. This year, along with all the other work that needs to be done – be sure to prioritize updating the required employment notices. This blog will provide a summary of the key changes taking effect this January. 

Governor Newsom signed four bills in September amending the Ralph M. Brown Act, all of which become effective on January 1, 2025. The amendments provide notable updates to how local entities must conduct their meetings, and may require adjusted procedures for closed sessions, remote participation, and emergency notifications. Read more about these changes here.