A wave of new California laws will take effect on July 1, touching nearly every corner of life, from subscriptions and short-term rentals to wages and student mental health.
Part of a broader package signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom during his latest legislative session, the measures aim to boost transparency, expand health coverage, raise wages, and improve access to legal and mental health support.
Here are some of the new laws.
Short-Term Rental Chores
AB 2202 requires short-term rental hosts, platforms, and anyone else listing the property to disclose all extra charges or penalties—such as cleaning fees—that will apply if guests fail to complete end-of-stay chores….