Bill > HB1181

This bill strengthens labor standards and the Washington Minimum Wage Act through several key provisions. It gradually increases the state minimum wage, starting at $17.50 per hour in 2026 and rising to $25.00 per hour by 2031, with future adjustments tied to inflation. The bill introduces new mandatory benefits for employees, including paid vacation leave (2.3 hours accrued per 40 hours worked), paid bereavement leave (5 days per calendar year), and comprehensive protections for transportation network company (TNC) drivers. For TNC drivers, the bill establishes minimum compensation rates, requires detailed trip receipts, creates a driver resource center fund, and mandates earned paid sick time and vacation time. The bill also adds protections against retaliation for using these benefits and provides a stop-work order mechanism for the Department of Labor and Industries to enforce labor standards. These changes aim to improve working conditions, provide more financial stability for workers, and ensure fair compensation across various industries, with most provisions taking effect on January 1, 2026.

Labor and Employment

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1181&Year=2025&Initiative=false