Are there any labor laws specific to the state of Washington employees?
Yes, there are several labor laws specific to the state of Washington employees. Some of the main labor laws include the Washington Minimum Wage Act, which sets the minimum wage at $13.69 per hour as of 2021; the Washington Paid Sick Leave Act, which requires employers to provide up to five days of paid sick leave per year; the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunity Act, which prohibits employers from discriminating against an employee based on their gender or other protected characteristics; the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act, which requires employers to provide a safe and healthy workplace for their employees; the Washington Family and Medical Leave Act, which requires employers to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for eligible employees; and the Washington Fair Chance Employment Act, which prohibits employers from asking about a job applicant’s criminal record until after a conditional offer of employment has been made. Additionally, the Washington Department of Labor & Industries administers other labor laws, such as the Washington State Child Labor Law, which sets the minimum age for employment, and the Washington State Paid Family and Medical Leave Act, which provides eligible workers with up to 12 weeks of paid leave per year.
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