Washington SB5459 restricts tax deferrals and grants for call center employers relocating jobs overseas.

Washington SB5459 mandates the Washington State Employment Security Department to compile and publish a semiannual list of call center employers planning to relocate jobs overseas. Call center employers on this list face a five-year ineligibility for tax deferrals and state grants or loans. The bill also requires state agencies to ensure call center services are performed within the state. Violations of these provisions may incur civil penalties. The act may be known as the Washington call center jobs act.

Washington SB5459 restricts tax deferrals and grants for call center employers relocating jobs overseas.

Washington SB5459 mandates the Washington State Employment Security Department to compile and publish a semiannual list of call center employers planning to relocate jobs overseas. Call center employers on this list face a five-year ineligibility for tax deferrals and state grants or loans. The bill also requires state agencies to ensure call center services are performed within the state. Violations of these provisions may incur civil penalties. The act may be known as the Washington call center jobs act.