Latest Economic Reports Confirm Strong Residential Construction Recovery Residential construction has rebounded stronger than ever as Washington emerges from the dark days of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to… Read More
Governor announces statewide reopening date of June 30, new mask guidance Good news! The governor today announced the state is moving toward a statewide June 30 reopening date. All counties move… Read More
Employment Security seeks feedback on new programs Calling all self-employed workers (business owners, independent contractors, freelancers, gig workers, sole proprietors) in Washington state! The Washington Employment Security… Read More
Media Advisory: Oral argument tomorrow in BIAW’s suit against the governor and Dept. of Fish & Wildlife OLYMPIA…The Court of Appeals for Division Two will hear oral arguments tomorrow in a case brought by the Building Industry… Read More
Construction contributes to Washington’s continued economic recovery The construction industry added 200 jobs from October to November 2020, contributing to an overall private-sector employment increase of 2,600… Read More
Governor extends COVID-19 restrictions to Jan. 4, announces $50 million more in aid The governor today extended restrictions originally announced on Nov. 15 to Jan. 4, 2021. He stopped short of expanding restrictions… Read More