Washington has recorded 195 WARN filings over the past 24 months, affecting 42,763 workers across 150 companies. The most active filer is Amazon with 6 filings. Most filings are concentrated in Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond. Of these, 69 involved facility closures and 126 were layoff events. Filing dates range from May 9, 2024 through Apr 21, 2026. Employers provided an average of 52 days notice before the effective date. Filings in the most recent quarter were lower than the prior quarter, with 34 compared to 42.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
42,763
Filings
195
Companies Affected
150
Avg Workers / Filing
219
Top Employer
Amazon
5,283 workers
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Largest filing this month Snap 95 workers

Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 1,781/mo

Top Cities

Year-over-Year

2026 YTD
6,339
2025
2024

Closure vs. Layoff

Closures — 35% Layoffs — 65%
35%
65%

Top Employers Filing in Washington

Laid off in Washington?

If your employer filed a WARN notice in Washington, you are entitled to 60 days advance written notice before your last day. During the notice period, you remain employed with regular pay and benefits. If your employer gave less than 60 days notice, you may be entitled to back pay and benefits for each day of the shortfall. After your last day, file for unemployment insurance with the Washington workforce agency as soon as possible. Review your COBRA options to continue health coverage for up to 18 months. Visit your local America's Job Center for free career counseling, resume help, and retraining vouchers. Ask specifically about Rapid Response services, which are designed for WARN-affected workers.

File for Washington Unemployment Insurance

Apply online at the Washington workforce agency. You may be eligible before your last day.

COBRA and Health Coverage

Continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, or compare lower-cost options on the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Your Rights Under the WARN Act

Employers with 100 or more employees must give 60 days written notice before mass layoffs or plant closings.

Career Services and Training

Free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining programs through CareerOneStop.

Find Your Local Job Center

America's Job Centers offer free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining vouchers for WARN-affected workers. Ask about Rapid Response services.

About This Data

Washington follows the federal WARN Act with no additional state-level requirements. All data on this page is sourced from official filings published by the Washington workforce agency. Updated daily on business days. View source data at Washington workforce agency →

Recent Washington Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyCityTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
Maverick Washington / Silver Dollar SeaTac Casino Seattle Closure 65 2026-06-30 2026-04-21
ZoomCare Not Provided Layoff 36 2026-06-15 2026-04-16
Snap Bellevue Layoff 95 2026-04-16 2026-04-15
Astellas US Holding Seattle Closure 50 2026-07-01 2026-04-10
Meta Seattle Layoff 168 2026-05-08 2026-03-31
Oracle Not Provided Layoff 475 2026-06-01 2026-03-31
Starbucks Seattle Closure 69 2026-03-29 2026-03-27
Epic Games Bellevue Layoff 82 2026-03-27 2026-03-24
Blue Star Growers Cashmere Layoff 143 2026-05-19 2026-03-20
Blue Bird Wenatchee Layoff 82 2026-05-16 2026-03-17
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