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Department of Health has Issued Guidance for Employers Considering COVID-19 Testing Policy

The Department of Health strongly discourages employers from requiring their employees to test negative before returning to work after a…

COVID-19 Unemployment Account Rule

In the 2020 session, the Legislature passed Engrossed House Bill 2965 which provided support for Washington employers and employees in response to…

Latest Legal Update

Currently, BIAW has three active lawsuits pending in state court. Here’s the latest and greatest on their status: BIAW v.…

BIAW Awards Record-Breaking $40,000 in 2020 Scholarships and Grants

BIAW awarded $40,377 in scholarships and grants to students and programs across the state. The scholarship winners are continuing their…

Your Employment Security Department (ESD) Fraud Questions Answered

One of the most frustrating aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic has been that overseas criminals successfully infiltrated Washington’s unemployment insurance…

State Building Code Council Needs TAG Members

Usually, the building codes go into effect in July, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, BIAW requested they be pushed…