Friday, October 10, 2025
L&I aligns labor standard rules with statute changes
L&I’s Employment Standards Program is updating existing rules due to legislation passed during the 2025 session. Vea abajo para esta información en español. The Washington State Legislature passed bills that amend RCW Chapters 49.76 and 49.46:Substitute Senate Bill 5101 (SSB 5101) modifies the Domestic Violence Leave Act to include addressing “hate crimes” as an acceptable use for leave.Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1875 (ESHB 1875) allows the use of paid sick leave to prepare for or participate in
