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City of San Mateo Municipal Code.

5.92.070 NO PRE-EMPTION OF HIGHER STANDARDS.

The purpose of this chapter is to ensure minimum labor standards. This chapter does not pre-empt or prevent the establishment of superior employment standards (including higher wages) or the expansion of coverage by ordinance, resolution, contract, or any other action of the City. This chapter shall not be construed to limit a discharged employee's right to bring a common law cause of action for wrongful termination.