State agency responsible for employment data, jobless benefits, and labor market information in Washington
Wall Street steadied after a positive inflation update, but Cowlitz County’s jobless rate rose to 8%, highlighting continued local economic strain despite national signs of easing price pressure.
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Washington’s SB 5292 would overhaul how PFML premiums are set by relying on actuarial projections rather than a statutory formula—and include a new reserve requirement. Critics warn the change could make future tax hikes all but inevitable, with low‑wage workers least likely to benefit.
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PeaceHealth, a not‑for‑profit health system based in Vancouver, has notified Washington state officials of a planned reduction in its workforce...
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Cowlitz County’s unemployment rate ticked up to 8% in January, according to new data from the Washington Employment Security Department, though it's still below last year's levels.
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Amazon plans to cut 16,000 jobs nationwide amid ongoing revenue growth, potentially affecting regional logistics networks in southwest Washington.
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