New Health Emergency Labor Standards

Firm News

On May 11, 2021, Governor Jay Inslee signed two bills passed by the Washington Legislature (ESSBs 5115 and 5190) aimed at enhancing worker rights and protections during a public health emergency, such as the current coronavirus pandemic. The bills are effective immediately.

For a breakdown of the bills and important employer action items, please see Summit's alert, Legislature Passes COVID-19 Health Emergency Labor Standards Bills.

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