L&I seeks feedback on work hour policies for minors
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is soliciting feedback on a draft administrative policy concerning the employment of minors, […]
Update: New legislative district boundaries in effect for 2024 election cycle after stay requests denied
In March, Federal District Court Judge Robert Lasnick revealed revised legislative district maps following his ruling last year that boundaries set by […]
H&M Group invests in physical stores, including refurbishing 250 globally
H&M Group, the renowned fast-fashion company, has unveiled plans to bolster its physical store presence by investing in refurbishments and strategic openings. […]
Rulemaking underway to implement warehouse quota requirements
Rulemaking is underway by the Washington Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) to implement legislation (2SHB 1762) passed in 2023 aimed at […]
Home Depot set to acquire SRS Distribution for $18.25B
Home Depot is set to acquire SRS Distribution, a building products supplier, for $18.25 billion, aiming to enhance its services for professional […]
State Senator Mike Padden announces retirement
Long-serving State Senator Mike Padden has announced his retirement, leaving behind a legacy of impactful advocacy, notably in retail security. Padden’s tenure […]
Building a stronger workforce: The impact of the Workforce for America Act
The House passed the Stronger Workforce for America Act this week in a 378 to 36 vote. This bipartisan support is a […]
Bridge collapse in Baltimore: Implications for West Coast retail and logistics
The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, along with the closure of the Port of Baltimore, has sent shockwaves […]
Totality tourism: Harnessing the economic power of solar eclipses
On April 8, 2024, North America experienced its first total solar eclipse since 2017. While the moon’s fleeting passage across the sun […]
Bipartisan data privacy bill unveiled by Washington lawmakers
Two Washington lawmakers, Senator Maria Cantwell and Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers, are collaborating on the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA), a bipartisan […]
Updated COVID-19 guidance for Washington State businesses
The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) has issued interim guidance for workplaces regarding COVID-19 safety measures. All employers are […]
CEO confidence dips amid election uncertainty
In the latest CEO Confidence Index poll, optimism took a hit as concerns over the upcoming presidential election weighed heavily on executives’ […]