WA SB5104

Prohibits employers from using threats related to an employee's or their family member's immigration status to deter workers from exercising rights under Washington's wage, labor condition, and agricultural labor laws

Defines "coercion" as threatening to compel conduct a person can legally refuse, and "threat" as implicit or explicit immigration-status communications meant to discourage protected workplace activities

Establishes civil penalties for violations: up to $1,000 for first offense, $5,000 for second, and $10,000 for subsequent violations, with each act against each employee counting as a separate violation

Requires the Department of Labor and Industries to investigate complaints filed within 180 days and issue citations or closure letters within 90 days, with personal information kept confidential

Takes effect July 1, 2025, with penalties adjusted for inflation every three years beginning July 1, 2028