Washington SB5023 establishes minimum labor standards and protections for domestic workers.

Washington SB5023 sets minimum standards for wages and working conditions for domestic workers, including meal and rest breaks, clarity on working time, and sick time. It prohibits retaliation against domestic workers who exercise their rights under the act. Hiring entities must provide written agreements detailing employment terms and conditions. The act allows domestic workers to file civil actions for violations and establishes civil penalties for retaliatory actions by hiring entities.

Washington SB5023 establishes minimum labor standards and protections for domestic workers.

Washington SB5023 sets minimum standards for wages and working conditions for domestic workers, including meal and rest breaks, clarity on working time, and sick time. It prohibits retaliation against domestic workers who exercise their rights under the act. Hiring entities must provide written agreements detailing employment terms and conditions. The act allows domestic workers to file civil actions for violations and establishes civil penalties for retaliatory actions by hiring entities.