44 chapters · 701 sections in this title.
RCW 49.97.010 Findings—Intent.
1.4K chars
(1) The legislature finds that immigrant workers contribute to Washington state's strong economy. According to research from the immigration research initiative, immigrants account for 15 percent of the population in Washington state, yet contribute 21 percent of economic output,…
RCW 49.97.020 Definitions.
2.9K chars
The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise. (1) "Affected worker" means a worker identified by the federal agency inspection results to be a worker who may lack federal work authorization, or a worker whose federal …
RCW 49.97.030 Guidance from attorney general—Model notices—Required poster.
1.9K chars
(1) By September 1, 2026, the attorney general shall develop and make available on its website the following: (a) A poster for employers to inform workers of the notice requirements in RCW 49.97.050 and 49.97.060 in English and the five most commonly used non-English languages in…
RCW 49.97.040 Required poster.
0.4K chars
Every employer shall post and keep posted, in a conspicuous place or places on the premises of the employer where notices to workers are customarily posted, the poster required under RCW 49.97.030(1)(a). [ 2026 c 240 s 4.] Notes: Effective date—2026 c 240 ss 4-10: "Sections 4 thr…