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2009 New Laws and More When the clock strikes midnight on Dec. 31, 2008, certain California laws - in name only - will magically transform into full-blown, enforceable laws. Make sure you understand your responsibilities under the new AND recently-new laws and regulations that will impact how you run your business in 2009. Also, check the Required Posters and Notices chart to make sure you are compliant. Cell Phone Use Prohibits text-based communication while driving, including e-mail, and text and instant messaging. Effective Jan. 1, 2009 Meal and Rest Compliance Case was appealed to the California Supreme Court, which agreed to hear the case. Unresolved                  Computer Professionals Pay Allows a monthly or annual salary payment to computer professionals. Effective Jan. 1, 2009       Workers' Comp Reporting Code amended to change the reporting of work related injury and illnesses. Effective Jan. 1, 2009 Political Speech Guidelines issued to employers concerning participation in political advocacy activities by employees. Already in Effect             Passport Cards For I-9 ID "Passport cards" issued and may be used for employment verification as a List A document on the I-9 form. Already in Effect         More New Laws Invalid Waivers Makes null and void the execution of any release on account of wages due. San Francisco Commuter Benefits S.F.employers with 20 or more employees are required to provide qualified employees with commuter benefits. Nutritional Information For Chain Restaurants Requires chain restaurants with more than 20 or more facilities within the state of California to post nutritional information. Also adds new requirement on future dates.   Temporary Employees Affects wages for employees of temporary services employers. San Francisco Healthcare Ordinance Lets ordinance stand that mandates certain private employers pay an assigned amount of money towards employee healthcare or pay the city a fee. Exemption for Physicians Paid on Hourly Basis Increases the minimum hourly rate a physician must receive to be classified as exempt. Email Print Permissions