Washington has recorded 192 WARN filings over the past 24 months, affecting 41,627 workers across 147 companies. The most active filer is Amazon with 6 filings. Most filings are concentrated in Seattle, Redmond, and Bellevue. Of these, 71 involved facility closures and 121 were layoff events. Filing dates range from Mar 22, 2024 through Mar 5, 2026.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
41,627
Filings
192
Companies Affected
147
Avg Workers / Filing
216
Top Employer
Amazon
5,283 workers
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Largest filing this month Northwest Hardwoods 70 workers

Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 1,734/mo

Top Cities

Year-over-Year

2026 YTD
4,489
2025
2024

Closure vs. Layoff

Closures — 37% Layoffs — 63%
37%
63%

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.

Health Insurance Options

Losing employer-sponsored coverage qualifies you for a Special Enrollment Period on the Health Insurance Marketplace.

COBRA Continuation Coverage

You may be able to temporarily continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, though you'll pay the full premium.

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.

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. Filings are updated regularly but may not reflect same-day submissions.

Recent Washington Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyCityTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
CHS Northwest Whatcom, County Closure 57 2026-05-05 2026-03-05
Refresco Beverages US Walla Walla Closure 58 2026-05-02 2026-03-03
Northwest Hardwoods Centralia Closure 70 2026-03-05 2026-03-03
MicroVision Redmond Layoff 49 2026-04-30 2026-03-02
Doosan GridTech Bellevue Layoff 18 2026-05-01 2026-03-02
IPIC Theaters Redmond Closure 64 2026-04-28 2026-02-27
CHS Northwest Not Provided Layoff 38 2026-04-19 2026-02-19
Peshastin Pear Packers Peshastin Layoff 31 2026-04-23 2026-02-16
PeaceHealth Not Provided Layoff 94 2026-04-12 2026-02-11
Eddie Bauer Seattle Closure 60 2026-04-15 2026-02-09
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