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WA HB2406
WA HB2406Modernizing methods of communications by the department of labor and industries.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to modernizing methods of communications by the 2 department of labor and industries; amending RCW 18.27.010, 3 18.27.060, 18.27.230, 18.106.100, 18.106.180, 19.28.131, 19.28.271, 4 19.28.341, 19.28.490, 43.22.435, 43.22A.080, 43.22A.130, 49.12.145, 5 49.12.390, 49.17.040, 49.17.140, 49.17.160, 49.26.110, 49.40.060, 6 49.46.370, 49.48.083, 49.60.515, 49.84.045, 51.04.082, 51.12.120, 7 51.14.060, 51.24.060, 51.24.070, 51.24.080, 51.32.210, 51.48.180, 8 51.52.050, 70.79.320, 70.87.125, 70.87.185, and 70.87.205; and 9 reenacting and amending RCW 49.48.060. 10
AI Summary
This bill modernizes communication methods for the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) by allowing for electronic notifications and other trackable communication methods, in addition to traditional mail or personal service, when interacting with businesses and individuals regarding various regulations and compliance matters. This update aims to streamline processes and ensure that notices, such as citations, penalties, or decisions, are effectively delivered and confirmed, while also providing an option for non-electronic communication before electronic methods are used for the first time. The bill amends numerous Revised Code of Washington (RCW) sections across various chapters related to contractors, electricians, manufactured home installation, wage and hour laws, workplace safety (OSHA), workers' compensation, and boiler and pressure vessel safety, among others, to reflect these updated communication standards.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Rules "X" file. (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2406&Year=2025&Initiative=false |
| House bill report | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/2406%20HBR%20LAWS%2026.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - 2406 HB (Final) | https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=75214 |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/2406-S.pdf |
| House bill analysis 2026 | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/2406%20HBA%20LAWS%2026.pdf |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/2406.pdf |
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