Washington state employees have ratified a new contract for the 2027-29 biennium. This agreement secures healthcare funding and workplace protections. General wage increases are deferred to the second year of the contract through a reopener clause. The contract also includes new provisions regarding generative artificial intelligence. Additional personal leave days and expanded bereavement leave are also part of the deal.
Olympia, Washington
https://lynnwoodtimes.com/2026/10/04/wfse-contract/