Happy Labor Day! California is #1 for workers, #1 economy in the nation

What you need to know: California's economy continues to dominate, and a new report shows that California continues to lead as a top state for workers.

SACRAMENTO - Earlier this year, California surpassed Japan as the world's 4th largest economy. The state continues to lead across multiple sectors and industries, and a new report shows that California is a national leader for workers, with strong policies on wages, worker protections and labor rights - which make our communities, businesses, and families stronger.

"This Labor Day and every day, we advance our work to support labor unions and expand access to good jobs, secure safe and healthy workplaces, and create new pathways for upward mobility. Our economy is thriving because we invest in our people, prioritize sustainability, and believe in the power of innovation. In California, we know what's good for workers is also good for business, and it's how we have become the strongest and largest economy in our nation."

Governor Gavin Newsom