EmploymentQuestion 1077 of 1605
Under California's new-hire reporting law, an employer must report each newly hired employee to the EDD within how many days of the start-of-work date?
a.Within 20 days
b.Reporting is not required
c.Within 6 months
d.Within 90 days
Explanation
California employers must report new hires (and rehires) to the EDD's New Employee Registry within 20 days of the start-of-work date, using Form DE 34. This reporting supports enforcement of child-support obligations and helps prevent benefit fraud.
Law Reference: Unemployment Insurance Code §1088; EDD DE 34Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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