Personnel records.

Senator Durazo's legislation expands California's personnel records requirements to include detailed documentation of employee education and training. The measure adds specific content requirements for these records, mandating that employers document the training provider, duration and date, core competencies covered, and any resulting certifications or qualifications.

The bill maintains existing provisions allowing current and former employees to inspect and receive copies of their personnel records within 30 calendar days of a written request. Employers must retain these records for three years after employment ends and make them available at the workplace or another agreed-upon location. The measure preserves exemptions for records related to criminal investigations, reference letters, and pre-employment materials.

For non-compliance, employers face penalties of $750 per violation, and employees may pursue injunctive relief with the possibility of recovering legal costs. The requirements do not apply to employees covered by qualifying collective bargaining agreements or during pending lawsuits related to personnel matters. Local agencies implementing these changes will not receive state reimbursement, as the measure creates new infractions rather than mandating new programs.