A California public employee union is supporting legislation that would require state agencies to provide remote work options for their employees whenever feasible. Assemblymember Alex Lee introduced the bill, which mandates agencies to offer work-from-home arrangements “to the fullest extent possible” and to provide written explanations if remote work is denied.
This push for expanded remote work comes as Governor Gavin Newsom has recently directed state employees to return to in-person work. The bill aims to formalize flexible work policies and ensure transparency in decisions related to remote work eligibility.
**Why this matters**
The legislation highlights ongoing debates about workplace flexibility in the public sector following the COVID-19 pandemic. It reflects efforts to balance operational needs with employee preferences for remote work, potentially influencing future state employment policies.
Source: NewsData