WA workforce disruption directory
Washington WARN Act Notices (2026 Tracker)
Mass layoff filing links, federal and state WARN requirements, and the official Rapid Response directory.
- Workers listed
- 2,284
- Filings indexed
- 15
- General notice period
- 60 days
Filing feed
Recent Washington WARN filings
Sorted by notice date. Search the current dataset or use a column heading to change the sort order.
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15 official 2026 notices currently pass the tracker’s validation rules.
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Notice requirements
Washington WARN law guide
Federal baseline shownThe federal WARN Act provides the baseline notice framework for covered events in Washington. State or local rules, benefit-continuation requirements, and collective bargaining agreements may provide additional protections; use the official Rapid Response contact below to verify the current requirements for a specific event.
- Advance notice
- 60 calendar days, generally
- Covered employer
- Generally, employers with 100 or more employees under the federal WARN coverage and counting rules
- Event threshold
- Generally, a closing affecting 50+ employees, or a mass layoff affecting 50–499 employees and at least 33% of the site workforce, or 500+ employees
- Potential penalties
- Federal remedies can include back pay and benefits for the violation period and a civil penalty for failure to notify local government. Exceptions may apply.
Answers for workers and researchers
Frequently asked questions
How much advance notice is generally required in Washington?
Federal WARN Act baseline generally uses a 60-day advance-notice period for covered events. Eligibility, exceptions, and the method of calculating notice can change the result.
What layoffs may trigger WARN requirements in Washington?
Generally, a closing affecting 50+ employees, or a mass layoff affecting 50–499 employees and at least 33% of the site workforce, or 500+ employees
Where can I verify a Washington WARN notice?
Use the official Washington Employment Security Department WARN source linked on this page. This independent directory is not the legal record.
Official contact
State Department of Labor directory
Use the agency portal to verify notices and find current filing instructions.
| Agency name | WARN portal | Phone | Contact address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Employment Security Department | Official portal (opens in a new tab) | 360-522-0705 | PO Box 9046, Olympia, WA 98507-9046 |