Statistical & Technical
Snapshot Period
A single pay period between October 1 and December 31 of the reporting year used for pay data collection.
Definition
For the purposes of annual pay data reporting under Senate Bill 1162, the 'snapshot period' is defined as one full pay period selected by the employer that falls between October 1 and December 31 of the reporting year. The pay data report must then contain demographic and compensation information for all employees employed during this specific snapshot period. This standardized approach ensures consistency in data collection across employers and facilitates comparative analysis by the California Civil Rights Department.