School employees and contractors are defined as natural persons in state education law
The Education Code now defines a public school employee, such as a teacher, counselor, principal or school nurse, and a contractor performing services in a public school as a natural person.
Who it affects
Public school staff, contractors and school employers
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
Official text
California AB 2148: Elementary and secondary education: public school employees: contractors: natural persons.
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.