Governor Vetoes Bill to Expand School District 4850 Benefits

California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have allowed all school district police officers in the state to receive up to one year of salary continuation benefits in lieu of temporary disability. The governor said in his Sunday veto message for AB 346 that school district safety workers can negotiate additional benefits as part of the collective bargaining process. “While I appreciate the Legislature’s intent, and do not take lightly the important public service provided by police officers in education settings, this bill would significantly expand 4850 benefits th...