EmploymentQuestion 24 of 1632
How long does an employer have to report a new hire to California's Employment Development Department (EDD)?
a.7 days
b.20 days
c.30 days
d.60 days
Explanation
California employers must report all new employees to the EDD within 20 days of their start date. This supports child support enforcement and fraud detection.
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