WA: Livable Wages/Working Families
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
SCOTUS hears Starbucks case, implications for unions on the line
A case before the U.S. Supreme Court could have implications for the country's growing labor movement. Justices will hear oral arguments in Starbucks …
Annual farmworkers march supports WA tulip harvesters
An annual march for farmworkers' rights is being held Sunday in northwest Washington. This year, marchers are focusing on the conditions for local …
WA workers won't be punished for skipping 'captive audience' meetings
Washington joins a handful of states to do away with mandatory meetings for employees on political or religious matters. Sometimes known as captive …
WA lawmakers approve greater predatory loan protections
Lawmakers in Olympia this session moved to add more protections for consumers against predatory loans. Washington state lawmakers passed Senate Bill …
WA makes child-care investments, but more needed
Advocates for accessible child care saw wins during Washington state's legislative session this year but still see room for improvement. Lawmakers …
Program could help 1.2 million WA workers save for retirement
A program to help Washingtonians automatically save for retirement is in the final stretch in Olympia. The Washington Saves program created by …
Clock ticking for WA bill allowing unemployment for striking workers
A bill in Olympia would open access to unemployment while workers are on strike, but time is running out for lawmakers to pass the legislation…
WA could increase incentive for after-hours child care
Parents often struggle to secure after-hours child care. Advocates want the Washington state Legislature to increase incentives for businesses to …
WA podría aumentar incentivos para guarderías fuera de horario
Los padres suelen tener dificultades para conseguir cuidado infantil fuera del horario laboral. Los defensores quieren que la Legislatura del estado …
Anti-hunger advocates call for action at WA Capitol
It's Hunger Action Day at the Washington State Capitol. Advocates are in Olympia to meet with lawmakers and call for policies that curb hunger…
Farmworkers Tribunal provides 'critical' platform in Olympia
Washington state farmworkers are converging on Olympia this week to call for better working conditions. The 11th annual Farmworkers Tribunal is …
WA adjuncts to push for higher pay in 2024 legislative session
With the 2024 legislative session around the corner, Washington state adjunct college faculty hope they will be a priority for lawmakers. Adjunct …
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