Washington Business Fall 2015 | Legislative Review | Page 12

2015 legislative review

SB 5514

SB 5421

SB 5422

Failed/AWB Supported

Failed/AWB Supported

Failed/AWB Supported

minimum wage and
overtime compensation
Senate Bill 5514, introduced by Sen. John
Braun, R-Centralia, would have protected
an employer from liability or penalty for
failing to pay minimum wages or overtime
provided the employer acted in good faith
reliance on a rule related to any wage
payment requirement; and/or a written
order, ruling, approval, opinion, advice,
determination, or interpretation by the
state Department of Labor & Industries.
Employers, in good faith, will reach out
to state agencies for guidance on wage
iss