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A San Diego City Council meeting at San Diego City Hall on April 14, 2026.
Adriana Heldiz
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CalMatters
The San Diego City Council will consider amending the municipal code on Tuesday to strengthen the city's ability to enforce wage theft laws, including allowing civil action to recover unpaid wages and overtime.

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