Here, we explore recent California labor laws and regulations that every hospitality business owner and manager should understand. In 2016, California passed various labor and employment laws which directly impact the hospitality industry.These are some of the new California labor and employment laws that employers in the hospitality industry should be aware of. Business and labor groups announce an agreement to limit a California law on classaction workplace lawsuits and avoid a battle at the ballot box in November. Many cities across the state have implemented employment regulations for the industry. Here are some of the ordinances employers need to know. This handbook contains numerical references, such as Gov. Code Section 7522.34. Applicable state laws (California Military and Veterans Code, Section. You can start your own food business right at home.