Here is a summarized list of the emergency rules promulgated by ESD related to COVID-19:
March 25, 2020
CR 103E (Shared Work)| Emergency rules (3/25/2020)
The emergency rule makes changes to shared work eligibility.
March 24, 2020
CR 103E (Job search optional)| Emergency rules (3/24/2020)
The emergency rule makes changes to job search requirements for Unemployment Insurance claimants.
March 20, 2020
CR 103E (Consolidated Standby Rules, March 9, March 13, and March 20, 2020)| Emergency rules (3/20/2020)
The emergency rule consolidates standby emergency rules from March 13 and March 20, 2020, and changes the number of weeks of standby eligibility.
March 18, 2020
CR 103E (WorkSource closure)| Emergency rules (3/18/2020)
The emergency rule provides exceptions for situations where WorkSource offices are closed.
March 9, 2020
CR 103E | Emergency rules (3/9/2020)
The emergency rules cover:
- Registration for work
- Certification of satisfactory progress for training programs
- Penalty waivers
- Updates to certain definitions
Washington’s ESD is regularly altering its rules related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The ESD Rulemaking page can be found here.
