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Washington Background Check Requirements in Effect Now for Large + Medium Employers and in Jan. for Small Businesses

Oct 27, 2026 | Background Check Compliance, Background Check Laws, Background Screening

Washington’s updated Fair Chance Act expands restrictions on when employers may conduct criminal background
checks. Medium and large employers must generally wait until making a conditional job offer before requesting
criminal history. Employers must also follow specific notification and assessment procedures. Small businesses will
become subject to similar requirements in January 2027.

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