Governor Gavin Newsom's recent executive order mandates that California state workers return to the office four days a week from July 1, a move intended to enhance operational efficiency and service quality. However, the decision has sparked significant backlash from employees and lawmakers alike, highlighting concerns about competitiveness with the private sector and adherence to modern workplace standards. Critics, including Assemblymember Josh Hoover and SEIU Local 1000 President Anica Walls, argue that this one-size-fits-all policy jeopardizes workers' morale and the state's flexibility. Online forums reflect this dissatisfaction, questioning the rationale behind such a mandate.
"This executive order reinforces California's commitment to operational efficiency and high-quality public service," said the release from the Governor's Office, adding the order will increase collaboration, mentorship and oversight of staff.
"Rather than waiting for the state auditor to do his work, the governor has now decided to expand the mandate with a one-size-fits-all approach that harms state workers and makes California less competitive with the private sector." - Assemblymember Josh Hoover
"California is the tech capital of the world, yet our own state government is clinging to outdated policies instead of embracing the modern workplace." - SEIU Local 1000 President Anica Walls
"Go into the office four days a week for what? So I can send emails from there instead?" - Reddit user 'crazylolcrazy'
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