It’s time to turn our attention to the upcoming legislative session. The Washington Hospitality Association is once again gearing up for our annual legislative event: Hill Climb 2023: hospitality week on the hill. We anticipate lawmakers will be tackling several issues important to our industry.
For more information, go to https://hospitalityhillclimb.org/
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3 takeaways you need to know Commercial buildings larger than 50,000 square feet (SF) are required...
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In November 2021, the Bainbridge Island City Council passed an ordinance regarding the use of home compostable or durable serviceware in Bainbridge Island foodservice businesses. This ordinance takes effect Jan. 1, 2023. “Home...
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Starting Jan. 1, 2023, employers with 15 or more employees will be required to include salary and benefits information in external and internal job postings. Head over to the members-only site to get a full recap of Catharine Morisset’s excellent webinar where she explains everything you need to know to comply with these recent amendments to the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act.
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Unemployment tax collection resumes Dec. 1 The Employment Security Department (ESD) will restart...
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The 2023 legislative session is right around the corner, which means we need to hear from you...
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Election season is upon us once again, which means the Washington Hospitality Association State...
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The state’s minimum wage will increase to $15.74 starting Jan. 1, 2023. The overtime thresholds will also increase to $57,293 for small employers and $65,478 for large employers. And don’t forget, also starting Jan. 1, most employers will need to include wage and salary information in job postings.
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Over the last decade, we’ve seen several bills introduced by the Legislature to promote pay equity...
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