GOV. FERGUSON SIGNS TEAMSTERS-BACKED BILL SECURING UI BENEFITS FOR STRIKING WORKERS

Democrats Want to Pay Striking Workers — And are ‘Pretty Close’ to Making It Happen

During a May 21 press conference, Speaker of the House Matt Ritter (D-Hartford) admitted that Democrats are still trying to find a way to pay striking workers — even if it means working around the unemployment system altogether.  “There’s a way to do this,” Speaker Ritter told reporters. “I was here late last night with Senator Kushner and Representative Sanchez and Wilson, and there’s a way to do it that I think can get the governor there… it m…

Bright Local School teamsters ratify three-year agreement - The Times Gazette

Teamsters Local 100 announces the overwhelming ratification of a new three-year agreement with Bright Local Schools by an impressive 95.24 percent of its members. The contract, set to begin on July 1, 2025, covers dedicated bus drivers, secretaries, para-professionals, custodians, aides, and food service staff who are the backbone of the Bright Local School community. This significant agreement secures substantial gains for these essential worke…

Washington will pay unemployment benefits to striking workers

HeraldNet.com HeraldNet.com - Everett and Snohomish County news from The Daily Herald in Everett, Washington Labor advocates scored a win on Monday after Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a new law to extend unemployment benefits to striking workers in Washington. Washington will pay unemployment benefits to striking workers Wire Service

Washington Unemployment Benefits Extended to Striking Workers - American Faith

On Monday, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed Senate Bill 5041 into law, allowing striking workers to receive unemployment benefits starting in 2026. The controversial move, backed by labor unions, permits workers involved in strikes or employer lockouts to claim benefits between 15 and 21 days after a work stoppage begins. The state’s unemployment insurance system, which is funded through payroll taxes, will now be used to support workers …

GOV. FERGUSON SIGNS TEAMSTERS-BACKED BILL SECURING UI BENEFITS FOR STRIKING WORKERS

OLYMPIA, Wash., May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters-backed legislation that will extend unemployment insurance (UI) to workers on strike has been signed into law by Governor Bob Ferguson.

Striking workers to get unemployment under new law signed by WA Gov Bob Ferguson

Opponents of the bill argue that this policy not only rewards disruptive strikes but also places an unfair financial burden on employers across the state.