Washington HB1788 modifies workers' compensation benefits, adjusting percentages based on marital status and number of children.
Washington HB1788 amends workers' compensation benefits by adjusting the percentage of wages paid to injured workers based on their marital status and the number of children they have. For instance, an unmarried worker with no children receives 60% of their wages, while a married worker with five or more children receives 75%. The bill also specifies that these percentages apply to claims filed before and after July 1, 2026. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
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