CAPS Holiday Lawsuit
The Governor ordered state employees to report to work on Columbus Day, October 12, historically a state holiday. Last February, Governor Schwarzenegger, with the cooperation of the state legislature, passed legislation at the 11th hour which eliminated both Columbus Day and Lincoln's Birthday from the list of 14 state holidays. This action conflicts with state law which continues certain provisions of an expired MOU, including holidays. CAPS, like several other state unions, have filed a variety of actions disputing loss of Columbus Day absent a negotiated agreement. The CAPS lawsuit was filed in Sacramento Superior Court, will be heard in the coming weeks, and can be viewed here: