LA Unified keeps a special hiring exception and may skip seniority in some layoffs
Los Angeles Unified keeps its power to hire beyond the top three ranked applicants for listed jobs that need skills like a second language or special license, minus IT technicians. It may also keep such hires in layoffs regardless of seniority.
Who it affects
Los Angeles Unified classified staff and job applicants
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
- : LA Unified's special hiring exception expires
Official text
California AB 2120: School district employees: merit system.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.