Committee hears bill to let state employees receive shared leave after hate crimes or immigration enforcement actions House Bill 2,411 would expand Washington's shared-leave program to cover employees who are victims of hate crimes or who are absent because of immigration enforcement actions; sponsors and state offices argued it is a low-cost, humane retention tool while some members requested clarification about coverage for undocumented individuals.

A new bill in Washington aims to allow coworkers to donate leave to employees affected by hate crimes or immigration enforcement, bridging a critical gap in support for state workers.

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Representative Josephson advocates for House Bill 24 to enhance sentencing for hate crimes Josephson introduces legislation to add sexual orientation and gender identity to hate crime laws

Alaska is on the brink of a historic change as House Bill 24 aims to strengthen protections against hate crimes targeting sexual orientation and gender identity.

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