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Immigrant Worker Protection Act: WA Employers Must Notify Workers of Federal Document Inspections

May 22, 2026 | Immigration Issues

Washington’s Immigrant Worker Protection Act requires employers to notify employees within five business days when federal agents request to inspect I‑9 employment eligibility records, including posting notices and providing details about workers’ rights and resources. It also restricts employer interference or retaliation related to these notifications. The law creates state enforcement and private lawsuit options with penalties for noncompliance, enhancing transparency and protections for immigrant workers during federal document inspections.

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