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Additional bill would limit employer surveillance in private and off‑duty spaces, sponsors say
Summary
AB 1331 would tighten limits on employer monitoring of workers in private spaces such as restrooms, vehicles and homes and was presented as part of a multi‑bill package on workplace technology. Supporters said the bill restores worker dignity; hospitals and many businesses warned of operational and security conflicts.
Assemblymember El Hawari (presenting AB 13 31) told the committee AB 13 31 is "part of our 3 bill package, to put some guardrails on workplace technology to protect workers," and that it specifically limits surveillance in private spaces and off‑duty locations.
Sponsor testimony described commercially available tools that can monitor heat, motion, keystrokes, webcam activity…
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