New California Law Prevents Employers From Taking Action Against Employees Based Solely on Cannabis Use Away From Work

by Payne & Fears, Connor Kridle, Erika Rasch - JD Supra

Drug screenings form a routine part of many hiring processes, but a new law may require employers to review this practice. The law, AB 2188, signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sept. 18, 2022, amends the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to prohibit employers from discriminating against workers in hiring, termination, or any term and condition of employment, solely because the worker consumes medical or recreational cannabis outside of the workplace.

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