Grocers could be hit hard by new L.A. County worker ordinance.

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has approved an ordinance that will impact scheduling for grocery employees. Starting in July 2025, retailers must provide schedules two weeks in advance, schedule shifts at least 10 hours apart, and compensate workers for last-minute adjustments. This rule will apply to all grocers in unincorporated Los Angeles County with 300 or more employees nationwide. The ordinance is similar to one previously approved by the city of Los Angeles in 2022 and includes features such as "predictability pay" for late schedule changes and protections against retaliation for reporting violations. Some business organizations, such as the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce and the California Grocers Association, have expressed concerns about the new requirements, citing difficulties in managing them and unnecessary complexity. [Extracted from the article]