SHB 2478 — Adding discretion to wage enforcement actions.

What this bill does

Gives the Department of Labor and Industries (Department) discretion to investigate wage complaints under the Wage Payment Act. Allows the Department to assess penalties for willful violations when the Department initiates an administrative investigation and orders an employer to pay wages and interest.

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