Concerning paid family medical leave benefits.
HB 2485 modifies Washington's paid family and medical leave program to prevent individuals from receiving both state benefits and employer-paid leave for the same period ("double-dipping"). It updates eligibility rules and adds requirements for the Employment Security Department to detect errors or fraud in claims. The bill amends specific statutes (RCW 50A.05.010, 50A.15.060, and 50A.35.030) to clarify definitions and improve program administration. These changes directly affect workers applying for state benefits and the state agency managing the program. The focus is on ensuring program integrity through clearer rules and fraud prevention mechanisms.
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Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2026
Last action Jan 14, 2026
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Suzanne Schmidt
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