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Washington Pays Striking Workers | Seattle News

1 min · 11. Juli 2026
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Washington just became the first state to pay striking workers unemployment benefits — a bold new law that’s already sent $500K to 138 people on the picket line. Union members can now get financial support for up to six weeks, giving them real leverage in contract fights. Workers at Seattle’s Hilton Embassy Suites are among the first to apply, demanding better pay, healthcare, and staffing — ready for a long haul. Passed by Democrats last year without Republican support, the law aims to empower low-wage workers by removing the financial pressure that forces them to accept bad deals. The state is monitoring the unemployment fund closely — and could impose new business taxes if it strains. This program runs until 2035, and could reshape labor power across the state. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/733dc373a726be69

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