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California vs Texas: Right-to-Work Law

California: No. Texas: Yes.

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California
CA · West
No
Whether a right-to-work law is in effect in 2026.
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Texas
TX · South
Yes
Whether a right-to-work law is in effect in 2026.
California
No
Texas
Yes

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QWhat is California's right-to-work law?

California's right-to-work law is No.

QWhat is Texas's right-to-work law?

Texas's right-to-work law is Yes.

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Data source and freshness

Primary source
National Conference of State Legislatures — Right-to-Work Resources
Data period
Checked June 22, 2026
Dataset reviewed
July 23, 2026
Method note
Right-to-work status is distinct from at-will employment.