Slew of New California Laws Set to Take Effect July 1, With Bars Required to Provide Anti-Roofie Drink Lids
On July 1, four municipalities in the Bay Area will implement minimum wage increases, with San Francisco raising its hourly wage to $19. 18, while Sonoma County will see the highest raise to $23. 15 per hour. Berkeley and Emeryville will also increase their wages to $19. 18 and $19.
90, respectively. New California laws will require bars to provide drink lids upon request to help prevent drink spiking, alongside mandatory signage that warns patrons about drink safety. Additionally, hidden cleaning fees for short-term rentals will be banned, aiming to increase transparency for consumers. Student IDs will now be required to display suicide and crisis hotline numbers, enhancing mental health resources for students. Health insurance policies will cover fertility treatments and IVF, addressing reproductive health needs.
These changes reflect broader efforts in California to safeguard consumer rights and enhance public safety. The base Muni fare in San Francisco will also rise to $2. 85 for a single ride, impacting local commuters.