Department of Labor and Industries
Average Annual FTEs | Near General Fund State | Other Funds | Total Funds | |
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(Dollars in Thousands) | ||||
Current Budget | 3,311.4 | 63,331 | 1,045,440 | 1,108,771 |
2025-27 Maintenance Level | 3,341.5 | 36,343 | 1,029,474 | 1,065,817 |
Difference from 2025-27 Original | 30.1 | (26,988) | (15,966) | (42,954) |
% Change from 2025-27 Original | 0.91% | (42.6%) | (1.5%) | (3.9%) |
2025 Policy Other Changes |
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Adult Entertainment Adjustment | 2.8 | 0 | 677 | 677 |
Workers Comp Systems Modernization | 12.9 | 0 | 17,904 | 17,904 |
Crime Victims Compensation Benefits | 0.0 | 9,707 | (86) | 9,621 |
Claims Management Resources | 14.0 | 0 | 3,678 | 3,678 |
Contractors-Consumer Protection | 3.2 | 0 | 1,495 | 1,495 |
Const. Sanitary Conditions Adjustmt | 0.0 | 0 | 38 | 38 |
Crime Victims & Witnesses Adjustmt | 0.0 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
Domestic Violence CVC Underspend | 0.0 | (4,000) | 0 | (4,000) |
Equity for Underserved Workers | 6.4 | 0 | 1,768 | 1,768 |
Employment Standards Workload | 17.3 | 0 | 4,091 | 4,091 |
Fire-Resistant Material Applicators | 0.0 | 0 | 883 | 883 |
Fund Swap- Apprenticeship Program | 0.0 | (1,135) | 1,135 | 0 |
Human Trafficking and Sexual Abuse | 0.0 | 115 | 0 | 115 |
Light Duty Complaints Office | 2.0 | 0 | 400 | 400 |
Paid Sick Leave Adjustment | 1.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Prevailing Wage Program | 0.0 | 0 | 1,406 | 1,406 |
Worker Wage Recovery Adjustment | 0.0 | 0 | (15) | (15) |
Zero Emission Fleet Staff | 0.50 | 0 | 127 | 127 |
2025 Policy Other Changes Total | 60.2 | 4,701 | 33,501 | 38,202 |
2025 Policy Comp Changes |
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WFSE General Government | 0.0 | 283 | 24,434 | 24,717 |
Coalition of Unions | 0.0 | 0 | 13,595 | 13,595 |
Non-Rep General Wage Increase | 0.0 | 8 | 2,640 | 2,648 |
Updated PEBB Rate | 0.0 | (14) | (1,030) | (1,044) |
PERS & TRS Plan 1 Benefit Increase | 0.0 | 4 | 450 | 454 |
Pension Benefit Amortization | 0.0 | (16) | (1,633) | (1,649) |
2025 Policy Comp Changes Total | 0.0 | 265 | 38,456 | 38,721 |
2025 Policy Central Services Changes |
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Archives/Records Management | 0.0 | 0 | 15 | 15 |
Audit Services | 0.0 | 0 | 26 | 26 |
Legal Services | 0.0 | 10 | 5,147 | 5,157 |
Administrative Hearings | 0.0 | 0 | 379 | 379 |
WTS Central Services | 0.0 | 3 | 713 | 716 |
DES Central Services | 0.0 | 0 | 160 | 160 |
OFM Central Services | 0.0 | 29 | 5,961 | 5,990 |
GOV Central Services | 0.0 | 0 | 50 | 50 |
2025 Policy Central Services Changes Total | 0.0 | 42 | 12,451 | 12,493 |
Total Policy Changes | 60.2 | 5,008 | 84,408 | 89,416 |
2025-27 Policy Level | 3,401.7 | 41,351 | 1,113,882 | 1,155,233 |
Difference from 2023-25 | 90.3 | (21,980) | 68,442 | 46,462 |
% Change from 2025-27 Original | 2.7% | (34.7%) | 6.5% | 4.2% |
Policy Changes
Adult Entertainment Adjustment
Funding is adjusted reflect additional resources needed to implement chapter 250, Laws of 2024 (ESSB 6105) to improve working conditions in adult entertainment establishments. Funding for staffing and for additional IT costs are needed and was not included in the version of the fiscal note for this bill that was funded in the 2024 supplemental budget. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Workers Comp Systems Modernization
Funding and staffing are adjusted to align with the continued work associated with developing the procurement strategy for replacing the workers' compensation computer system and are subject to the conditions, limitations, and review requirements of section 701 of this act. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Crime Victims Compensation Benefits
Funding is adjusted for the Crime Victims Compensation Program as a result of higher costs per claim, a higher caseload, and updated federal funding projections. (Crime Victims' Compensation Account - Non-Appropriated, General Fund - Federal, General Fund - State)
Claims Management Resources
Funding and staffing are provided to address increased claim managers' caseloads improving outcomes for injured workers and reducing workers' compensation costs. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Contractors-Consumer Protection
Funding is adjusted to implement chapter 213, Laws of 2023 (2SHB 1534), which raises the required bond for general contractors beginning July 1, 2024, raised the fine for failure to register as a contractor beginning July 1, 2024, and creates the Homeowner Recovery Account to provide payments to eligible homeowners under the new Homeowner Recovery Program. Funding is for staffing, implementation of an effective information technology solution to track payments and reimbursements, and educational outreach. (Construction Regis Inspect Acct - State)
Const. Sanitary Conditions Adjustmt
Current funding is adjusted for educational outreach to implement chapter 258, Laws of 2024 (EHB 2266), which promotes educational outreach concerning sanitary conditions for construction workers who menstruate or express milk. The funding originally provided was based on cost estimates for an earlier version of the bill than what was passed. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Crime Victims & Witnesses Adjustmt
Current funding is adjusted for claim costs to implement chapter 297, Laws of 2024 (E2SSB 5937), which promotes victim-centered, trauma-informed responses in the legal system. The funding originally provided was based on cost estimates for an earlier version of the bill than what was passed. (General Fund - State)
Domestic Violence CVC Underspend
Current funding for medical exams is adjusted to reflect actual expenditures related to the implementation of chapter 108, Laws of 2023 (SB 5070), which requires L&I to provide permanent coverage for forensic exams of nonfatal strangulation domestic violence victims in the Crime Victim's Compensation Program. (General Fund - State)
Equity for Underserved Workers
Funding and staff are provided to improve access to information and services for workers with limited English proficiency. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Employment Standards Workload
Funding and staff are provided to address increased workload of Wage Payment Act, Child Labor Law, and Retaliations investigations and citations. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Fire-Resistant Material Applicators
Current funding is adjusted to implement chapter 145, Laws of 2023 (SHB 1323), which creates training and certification program for individuals who apply fire-resistant materials. Funding will be used to implement an external facing web portal that will reduce process turnaround time and delays for processing applications and certifications. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Fund Swap- Apprenticeship Program
Funding reflects a fund swap from General Fund-State Account to the Accident Aid and Accident Medical Aid Account for ongoing staffing costs to serve as industry liaisons for chapter 156, Laws of 2022 (E2SSB 5600). (Accident Account - State, General Fund - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Human Trafficking and Sexual Abuse
Funding is provided for claim costs to implement Chapter 298, Laws of 2024 (2SSB 6006) which supports victims of human trafficking and sexual abuse. (General Fund - State)
Light Duty Complaints Office
Funding is provided for the staffing of a resolution process for complaints regarding light duty work under title 51 RCW. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Paid Sick Leave Adjustment
Staffing is adjusted to implement chapter 356, Laws of 2024 (ESSB 5793) to allow employees or transportation network company drivers to use paid sick leave when their child's school or place of care is closed after the declaration of an emergency. The staffing originally provided was based on estimates for an earlier version of the bill than what was passed.
Prevailing Wage Program
Funding is provided to complete the Prevailing Wage System Enhancement project, including contracted services and software, and is subject to the conditions, limitations, and review requirements of section 701 of this act. (Public Works Administration Acct - State)
Worker Wage Recovery Adjustment
Funding for contractor costs is reduced for implementation of chapter 243, Laws of 2023 (SHB 1217), which addresses wage complaints. The funding originally provided was based on cost estimates for an earlier version of the bill than what was passed. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Zero Emission Fleet Staff
Funding is provided for Zero Emission Fleet Staff. (Climate Commitment Account - State)
WFSE General Government
Funding for bargaining includes a 3%/2% general wage increase, targeted job classification increases, wildfire disaster leave, expanded bereavement leave, and paid vaccine travel time during pandemic emergencies. The agreement also includes: an additional $1 per hour supplemental shift premium for eligible employees who are assigned to a facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, and/or clients and whose duties are performed on location on evenings and weekends; 5% premium pay for employees who are assigned to a 24/7 facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, at-risk youth, and/or clients and whose duties are required to be performed on location, which will be in effect for the 2025–27 biennium; three additional steps on the nurse salary schedule; and an increase to the annual lump-sum payment for employees in LNI risk codes 7200/7201 from $500 to $750. (Accident Account - State, Construction Regis Inspect Acct - State, Medical Aid Account - State, other funds)
Coalition of Unions
Funding for bargaining includes a 3%/2% general wage increase, targeted job classification increases, wildfire disaster leave, expanded bereavement leave, and paid vaccine travel time during pandemic emergencies. The agreement also includes: The Fish and Wildlife Captains and Lieutenants Association (FWLCA) receive a general wage increase of 17% effective July 1, 2025, and 2% effective July 1, 2026, and a 5% differential between sergeants and lieutenants, and between lieutenants and captains; an additional $1 per hour supplemental shift premium for eligible employees who are assigned to a facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, and/or clients and whose duties are performed on location on evenings and weekends; a 5% premium pay for employees who are assigned to a facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, and/or clients and whose duties are required to be performed on location, with the premium pay in effect for the 2025–27 biennium; three additional steps on the nurse salary schedule; and an increase to the annual lump-sum payment for employees in LNI risk codes 7200/7201 from $500 to $750. (Construction Regis Inspect Acct - State, Electrical License Account - State, Plumbing Certificate Account - State, other funds)
Non-Rep General Wage Increase
Funding is provided for wage increases for state employees who are not represented by a union or are not under a bargaining agreement that is subject to financial feasibility determination. It is sufficient for a general wage increase of 3%, effective July 1, 2025, and a general wage increase of 2%, effective July 1, 2026. This item includes both general government and higher education workers. (Accident Account - State, Construction Regis Inspect Acct - State, Medical Aid Account - State, other funds)
Updated PEBB Rate
This item adjusts the employer funding rate for public employee insurance benefits to reflect policy-level decision packages. It increases the rate by $8 per month in the first fiscal year and decreases the rate by $34 per month in the second fiscal year, compared to the maintenance-level update, for a total rate of $1,315 in the first year and $1,355 in the second year. (Asbestos Account - State, Manufacture Home Installation Train - State, Worker/Community Right to Know Acct - State, other funds)
PERS & TRS Plan 1 Benefit Increase
An adjustment is made for pension contribution rates, including to fund a benefit increase of 3%, up to a maximum of $110 per month for eligible Public Employees' and Teachers' Retirement Systems Plan 1 members. (Accident Account - State, Electrical License Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State, other funds)
Pension Benefit Amortization
An adjustment is made to the base pension rates, as set out in a proposed bill addressing the calculation of the base rate for the 2025–27 biennium, as well as amortization of Plan 1 benefit increases. (Manufacture Home Installation Train - State, Plumbing Certificate Account - State, Worker/Community Right to Know Acct - State, other funds)
Archives/Records Management
Adjustments are made for each agency's anticipated share of charges for archives and records management services provided by the Secretary of State's Office. (Accident Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State)
Audit Services
Adjustments are made for each agency's anticipated cost of audits performed by the State Auditor's Office. (Accident Account - State, Electrical License Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State, other funds)
Legal Services
Adjustments are made for each agency's anticipated cost of legal services provided by the Attorney General's Office. Because legal services expenditures are based on consumption, funding provided in the central service model is not all inclusive. The methodology to estimate consumption is a two-year average and allows for analysis to incorporate unique agency circumstances. (Accident Account - State, Electrical License Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State, other funds)
Administrative Hearings
Adjustments are made for each agency's anticipated cost of hearings performed by the Office of Administrative Hearings. (Accident Account - State, Construction Regis Inspect Acct - State, Medical Aid Account - State, other funds)
WTS Central Services
Adjustments are made to reflect each agency's anticipated share of charges from Washington Technology Solutions for the Office of Cybersecurity, state network, enterprise and small agency IT services, enterprise architecture and data management, Microsoft 365 licenses, and other items. (Accident Account - State, Electrical License Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State, other funds)
DES Central Services
Adjustments are made to reflect each agency's anticipated share of charges from the Department of Enterprise Services for Capitol Campus costs; real estate, risk management, and small agency services; the Perry Street and Capitol Campus child care centers; enterprise applications, and other items. (Accident Account - State, Construction Regis Inspect Acct - State, Medical Aid Account - State, other funds)
OFM Central Services
Adjustments are made to reflect each agency's anticipated share of charges from the Office of Financial Management for existing statewide applications, the One Washington program, and other central services. See Chapter 11 of the 2025–27 OFM Budget Instructions for allocation methodologies. (Accident Account - State, Electrical License Account - State, Medical Aid Account - State, other funds)
GOV Central Services
Adjustments are made to reflect each agency's anticipated share of charges from the Office of the Governor for the Office of Equity. (Accident Account - State, Construction Regis Inspect Acct - State, Medical Aid Account - State)