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Lawmakers Push for Faster Wage Theft Claims Process

Season 2025 Episode 310

With wage theft claims taking years to process, California lawmakers are proposing bills to help workers get paid faster. SB 310 would allow workers to sue for lost wages and penalties, while SB 261 would make unpaid claims public. Business groups oppose the measures, calling for better enforcement instead.

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