Tackling Washington State’s New Background Check Requirements

Employers in Washington State with 15 or more employees, regardless of their location, must comply with new background check requirements under recent amendments to the Washington Fair Chance Act (RCW 49.94), effective July 1, 2026. These amendments impose significant restrictions on how and when employers can conduct criminal background checks, obtain criminal history information, and consider that information in hiring and other employment decisions. Join this webinar for practical tips to help your organization meet these new requirements.