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WA HB1764
Bill
Status
1/31/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sharlett Mena
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AI Summary
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Increases Washington's minimum wage incrementally from $17.50/hour in 2026 to $25.00/hour by 2031, with annual inflation adjustments beginning January 1, 2032
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Mandates paid vacation leave for employees starting January 1, 2027, accruing at 2.3 hours per 40 hours worked, with up to 40 hours carryover allowed annually
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Requires employers to provide 5 days of paid bereavement leave per calendar year for the death of a family member, available after 90 days of employment
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Authorizes the Department of Labor and Industries to issue stop work orders against employers who violate the act, with civil penalties up to $5,000 per day for violations
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Extends paid sick leave and vacation leave requirements to transportation network company (TNC) drivers, with accrual rates of 1 hour sick leave and 2.3 hours vacation leave per 40 hours of passenger platform time
Legislative Description
Concerning labor standards.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026