The Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. However, always check the Senate Daily File for any changes.
As of February 28, 2023, the Governor terminated the state's COVID-19 State of Emergency. Procedures put in place to accommodate the pandemic restrictions have been reverted back to pre-pandemic practices. Teleconference testimony during committee hearings will no longer be available.
The Senate continues to welcome the public and provides access to both in-person and written participation for public comment. If you are unable to attend a hearing in person, written comments or testimony can be provided directly to the committees by emailing the committee or utilizing the Advocacy Portal.
We will be answering phones Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays.
If you need to reach the Committee, please call (916) 651-1556 or email one of the committee staff.
Support and Opposition Letters for Upcoming Hearings
If you would like to let the Committee know your position on a bill, we strongly encourage you to send us your comments in written form. Position letters and other correspondence may be submitted through the Advocacy Portal, e-mail, or letter.
The Committee's letter deadline is the Wednesday before the hearing at 12 p.m. (unless stated otherwise). For example, if a bill will be heard on Wednesday, April 10th, the letter deadline is the Wednesday prior, April 3rd at 12 p.m. Please note that any letters submitted after the deadline may not be reflected in the analysis. Any letters received will be kept as part of the Committee's official legislative records and may be read into the record or reprinted.
Letter Requirements:
For a complete list of requirements, please view our Letter Policy page before submitting your position letter. Letters that do not meet the Committee's requirements may not be accepted or reflected in the analysis.
- Letters must be on letterhead, or have the name, title, and signature of an individual representing the organization.
- Only support and opposition (and oppose unless amended) positions are accepted for inclusion in committee analyses.
- If you are the sponsor of a measure, your letter must identify your organization as the sponsor.
- If you are submitting a coalition letter, every member of the coalition must be listed at the end of the letter in alphabetical order.
- Coalition letters must include a logo or a signature for each organization listed