Employers should keep the following California leave protections in mind for the 2026–2027 school year. School and Childcare Activity LeaveCalifornia Labor Code Section 230.8 applies to employers with 25 or more employees working at the same location. Accordingly, Section 230.8 does not require employers to create a separate bank of paid or unpaid leave. This can include attending a medical appointment or caring for a child who is ill.California employers must provide at least five days or 40 hours of paid sick leave per year. Employers should also determine whether a local paid sick leave ordinance applies.