California Employers Required to Distribute Updated “Know Your Rights” Notice - Effective February 1, 2026

The California Labor Commissioner has issued a revised “Know Your Rights” model notice in English and Spanish, reflecting recent legislative changes and expanded worker protections. Beginning February 1, 2026, and every year thereafter, California employers must post and distribute the updated notice to all employees, including remote workers.

The revised notice places increased emphasis on immigration related rights, employee protections during law enforcement or government inspections, and expanded labor law protections. Employers should be aware that using outdated postings can result in penalties, even when no underlying wage or hour violation exists.

What This Means for Employers
• Update physical and electronic postings promptly
• Confirm required language versions are available and distributed
• Include posting compliance as a standing audit and onboarding checklist item

California enforcement actions often begin with notice and posting violations, making timely compliance critical.