Bill > HB1313

This bill addresses mass layoffs, relocations, and terminations in Washington state by establishing comprehensive worker protections and notification requirements for employers. The bill defines a "mass layoff" as the separation of 50 or more employees within a 30-day period at a covered establishment (defined as a facility with 100 or more employees) and requires employers to provide 60 days' written notice before implementing such actions. The notification must include details about the reasons for the layoff, alternative measures considered, and specific data supporting the decision. Employers must also provide access to rapid response partners who can help affected employees understand available resources like unemployment insurance and job services. The bill creates an online survey system to collect anonymous demographic data about layoffs, mandates that employers continue health insurance coverage for 120 days after termination, and establishes financial penalties for non-compliance. Employers who fail to provide proper notice could be liable for employees' wages and benefits for up to 60 days, with potential additional fines of up to $500 per day of violation. The legislation aims to increase transparency, support workers during employment transitions, and reduce the negative economic and personal impacts of mass layoffs.

Labor and Employment

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1313&Year=2025&Initiative=false