The new laws of the land in WA

Worker protections, hate crime clarification, oversight for private detention centers and more. Here are the deets on just a few of the bills WA Governor Bob Ferguson recently signed into law.

By: Sophia Mattice-Aldous

Outlets: RANGE Media

Published: June 3, 2025

Words: 1,423

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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The Washington State Legislature wrapped up its 2025 legislative session in April, and Governor Bob Ferguson has been busy signing bills into law. You may recognize some of these bills from our bill tracker, and some might be new to you, but take a gander to find out what’s changing in Washington.

Workers’ rights

SB 5041

Concerning unemployment insurance benefits for striking or lockout workers.

Sponsor: Sen. Marcus Riccelli (D-Spokane)

Bill Cosponsors: Conway, Hasegawa, Saldaña, …

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