Washington has recorded 212 WARN filings over the past 24 months, affecting 45,983 workers across 159 companies. The most active filer is Starbucks with 7 filings. Most filings are concentrated in Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond. Of these, 74 involved facility closures and 138 were layoff events. Filing dates range from Jul 29, 2024 through Jul 16, 2026. Employers provided an average of 53 days notice before the effective date. Filings in the most recent quarter were lower than the prior quarter, with 26 compared to 34.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
45,983
Filings
212
Companies Affected
159
Avg Workers / Filing
216
Top Employer
Amazon
5,168 workers
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Largest filing this month Microsoft 605 workers

Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 1,915/mo

Top Cities

Year-over-Year

2026 YTD
10,870
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
Verizon Not Provided Layoff 54 2026-09-18 2026-07-16
Expeditors International of Washington Not Provided Layoff 3 2026-08-07 2026-07-08
Microsoft Redmond Layoff 605 2026-09-04 2026-07-06
INDUS Technology Keyport, Silverdale Layoff 120 2026-09-14 2026-07-02
Amazon 5x in 12 mo Seattle, Bellevue Layoff 57 2026-08-03 2026-07-02
Alpha Technologies Services Bellingham Closure 75 2026-08-31 2026-07-01
Conduent Commercial Solutions Not Provided Layoff 4 2026-08-28 2026-06-29
PetVet Care Centers Vancouver Closure 50 2026-09-04 2026-06-29
Flagship Facilities Services Seattle Layoff 4 2026-07-19 2026-06-26
Transdev Services Everett Layoff 108 2026-08-29 2026-06-26
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