As we discussed in a previous blog post, the Washington State minimum wage increased to $16.66 per hour on January 1, 2025. This new state wage also impacts the salary levels for the white-collar exemptions from the minimum...more
A recently passed Washington State House Bill permits agricultural workers to unionize under the supervision of Washington’s Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC). On April 22, 2025, the Governor signed House Bill...more
As many are aware, starting on May 7, 2025, RealIDs will be required for certain activities, including flying domestically and accessing federal buildings that require identification. Although passport books and passport...more
A recently passed Oregon ballot initiative likely violates federal labor laws—and requires Oregon employers to do the same to comply. In 2024, Oregon voters approved Measure 119, which became effective on December 5, 2024....more