Jason Mannino

Are you prepared for the New California HR Requirement for 2026: SB 294 California employers have another compliance requirement on the horizon. Effective February 1, 2026, the Workplace Know Your Rights Act (SB 294) will require employers to distribute an annual written notice to all employees outlining key workplace and constitutional rights - including immigration-related protections, workers’ compensation rights, and the right to organize. This isn’t a one-time posting. It’s an annual requirement, and like many California employment laws, compliance isn’t optional — even for small employers. For business owners, this raises familiar questions: What exactly needs to be included? How should it be distributed? How do we track and prove compliance? How do we make sure this doesn’t get missed year after year? This is where having experienced HR leadership makes a difference. Fair Way HR Solutions helps California employers: • Interpret new employment laws in plain language • Draft and distribute required notices correctly • Build these requirements into an annual compliance calendar • Reduce risk without adding unnecessary administrative burden The goal isn’t just compliance — it’s confidence. If you want to head into 2026 knowing this (and other upcoming requirements) are handled the right way, I’m happy to help.

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A strong hiring process does more than fill roles—it shapes culture, retention, and candidate perception. This article explores how organizations can improve interviews, encourage feedback, and use data to build a better candidate journey.

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Boost your hiring success with these recruiting tips. Learn how to attract top talent, create a positive candidate experience, and build a stronger employer brand to find the right fit for your team.

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As President of California Staffing and Recruiting Professionals Association, I’ve had countless conversations with leaders across the California staffing & recruiting industry and one thing is clear: This market is not getting easier. It’s getting sharper. Let’s look at what we’re navigating right here in California: * California had 588,000 open jobs as of late 2025 but demand is inconsistent and shifting fast * The state took 64 months just to recover jobs post-pandemic slower than most of the country * Talent is leaving California has seen a net loss of professionals to other states due to cost pressures And on the ground, we all feel it: 👉 Fewer qualified candidates despite open roles 👉 Clients more cautious, budgets tighter 👉 Longer hiring cycles and more competition per req 👉 Burnout across sales + recruiting teams This is the California reality. And it’s exactly why investing in ourselves and our people is no longer optional. If we want to: ✔️ Grow revenue in a tightening market ✔️ Win new business when clients are more selective ✔️ Help our recruiters stand out in a crowded field ✔️ Build teams that can actually sustain performance We have to get better. Period. That’s why California Staffing and Recruiting Professionals Association exists. June 3–5 | Rancho Mirage, CA This is not just another event. It’s where California staffing leaders come together to: * Share what’s actually working in this market * Level up sales and recruiting performance * Build real relationships that turn into real growth * And invest in the one thing that drives everything our people If you’ve been before… you already know. You know the conversations. The energy. The community. If you haven’t 👉 This is your chance to step into a community that genuinely cares about your well-being and success in the California staffing industry. In a state this competitive, you don’t win alone. You win with the right people and in the right room. And this is that room. #CSP #Staffing #Recruiting #California #Leadership #Sales #Growth #RanchoMirage #Community #TeamDevelopment

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🚨 California Employers: Understanding SB 553 Requirements​ ​ Since July 1, 2024, employers are legally obligated to investigate and document every incident of workplace violence. This includes maintaining a Violent Incident Log, protecting employee privacy, and ensuring compliance through consistent training and documentation.​ ​ At CLS, we help employers meet these obligations by:​ ✔️ Developing compliant Workplace Violence Prevention Plans (WVPPs)​ ✔️ Conducting impartial workplace investigations​ ✔️ Providing actionable compliance guidance​ ​ 📖 Read our latest blog for a full breakdown → https://lnkd.in/eWyh--NU #CaliforniaEmployers #WorkplaceViolencePrevention #SB553 #HRCompliance #WorkplaceSafety​

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