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SB 693

Employees: meal periods.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dave Cortese

California law (Chapter 95, 2025) modifies employer meal period obligations, affecting break requirements and worker compensation standards statewide.

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 95, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · SB 693

Legislative bill overview

SB 693 modifies California's meal period requirements for employees, adjusting when and how employers must provide breaks during work shifts. The bill became law in July 2025 after unanimous passage in the Legislature and gubernatorial approval.

Why is this important

Meal period laws directly affect millions of California workers and represent a significant operational requirement for employers. Changes to these provisions can impact worker compensation, scheduling practices, and litigation risk for both employees and businesses across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific modifications to meal period timing or duration requirements may burden certain industries (retail, healthcare, hospitality) more than others
  • Clarifications to exemptions or exceptions could either expand or restrict employee protections depending on the exact language
  • Implementation and compliance costs for employers, particularly small businesses, versus worker benefit gains

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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