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Washington pay transparency law

Employers with 15 or more employees must include the wage scale or salary range (or the fixed wage, if there's no range) and a general description of all benefits and other compensation in each job posting. Applies to jobs that will be or could be performed in Washington.

Status

In force since January 1, 2023

Who is covered

15+ employees

Posting must include

Pay range in the posting; general description of benefits

Remote roles

Yes. Remote roles that could be performed in Washington are covered.

Penalties

Applicants can recover $100–$5,000 per violation plus attorney's fees; L&I can also order damages and civil penalties up to $500 (first) or $1,000 (repeat). For postings between July 27, 2025 and July 27, 2027, employers that fix a posting within five business days of written notice owe nothing for that violation.

Verification

Checked against official sources (statute or agency guidance) on October 28, 2026.