Oppose Senate Bill 5041: It would exacerbate challenges for Washington’s workers and businesses, undermine the UI system’s integrity…

Oppose Senate Bill 5041: It would exacerbate challenges for Washington’s workers and businesses, undermine the UI system’s integrity...

Lakewood Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors Policy PositionOpposes SB 5041 – Unemployment Benefits to Striking WorkersJanuary 28, 2025 Senate Bill (SB) 5041, which would extend unemployment benefits to striking workers in Washington state, is opposed by the Lakewood Chamber Board of Directors, as well as other business groups and...

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Oppose Senate Bill 5217 – No to Expensive Ergonomic Regulation

Oppose Senate Bill 5217 – No to Expensive Ergonomic Regulation

Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Policy Position Oppose Senate Bill 5217 – No to Expensive Ergonomic Regulation Despite being rejected by voters, expensive ergonomic regulation is again being pushed by the state legislature. Senate Bill 5217, currently under consideration by the Washington Senate, despite bi-partisan opposition to...

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Oppose Senate Bill 5236: Concerning hospital staffing standards

Oppose Senate Bill 5236: Concerning hospital staffing standards

Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Policy Position Oppose SB 5236: Concerning hospital staffing standards The Board of Directors of the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce opposes SB 5236, which creates rigid nurse-to-patient ratios. We are concerned about the negative impacts to patient access that will result from this...

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