The mission of the California Labor Commissioner's Office is to ensure a just day's pay in every workplace in the State and to promote economic justice. 2023 California Code Labor Code - LAB DIVISION 2 - EMPLOYMENT REGULATION AND SUPERVISION PART 10 - INDUSTRIAL HOMEWORK Section 2664.Every apprentice employed upon public works shall be paid the prevailing rate of per diem wages for apprentices in the trade to which he or she is registered. Texas' child labor laws apply to all children under the age of 18 working in Texas, whether or not they reside in the state. Governor Newsom recently signed into law numerous bills that will affect California employers come January 1, 2024. In the event of mass layoffs and closings, employers should browse this page to understand their responsibilities to their workers.