EHB 1747 — Expanding protections for applicants and employees under the Washington fair chance act.

What this bill does

Changes the circumstances under which an employer is prohibited from obtaining information about an applicant's criminal history record under the Washington Fair Chance Act. Limits an employer's ability to pursue a tangible adverse employment action against an employee or applicant based on criminal history information under certain circumstances. Changes enforcement procedures and monetary penalties under the Washington Fair Chance Act. Exempts certain federal contractors from the Washington Fair Chance Act.

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Floor votes

• House — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 11, 2025
  56 yea · 40 nay · 2 not voting
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · April 10, 2025
  27 yea · 22 nay

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