Washington Law Shields Workers from Immigration Audits

Washington state is cracking down on immigration audits with a new law taking effect June 11th—House Bill 2105—requiring employers to give workers five business days’ notice before federal agents arrive to inspect I-9 forms or records. Born from employer concerns about fair treatment and worker rights, the law aims to protect immigrant workers who are vital to the state’s economy. Signed by Governor Ferguson in March, it carries fines of $500 per violation, up to $1,000 if deemed intentional. While some business groups warn of burdens on small businesses, the Attorney General vows to support fair enforcement and avoid unjust penalties. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9983e1473a1b6a04