Washington state enacted Senate Bill 5408, amending the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. It goes into effect on July 27, 2025. Amendments include:

• Allowing employers to provide fixed rates in job postings when offered
• Providing an employer with 5 business days to fix a non-compliant job posting before issuing penalties
• Not penalizing employers for republished postings added without employer consent from third-party sites

This article is informational and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with an employment lawyer or accountant for additional clarification on how these changes impact your company.