WA HB2611

Reduces Washington's standard workweek from 40 hours to 32 hours, requiring employers to pay overtime (1.5x regular rate) for all hours worked beyond 32 per week

Increases paid sick leave accrual rate from 1 hour per 40 hours worked to 1 hour per 32 hours worked for all employees, including transportation network company drivers

Applies the 32-hour overtime threshold to agricultural employees, commissioned salespeople, and public agency employees in fire protection and law enforcement

Maintains existing exemptions from overtime requirements for seamen, motion picture projectionists, certain truck/bus drivers, and real estate licensees

Takes effect January 1, 2028