Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateWashingtonIntroduced
HB 2105: Concerning immigrant worker protections.
Lillian Ortiz-Self
HB 2105 status: Introduced — Effective date 6/11/2026* (updated Mar 30, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
Official summary alongside an AI-generated read on where it stands and why.
Overall Score
Not enough information
Score:Not enough information
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
Constitutionality50%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill introduces new legal protections for immigrant workers concerning fair treatment and workplace safety.
Who is affected
Immigrant workers and the employers who hire them.
Requirements and enforcement
Not stated in the available source.
Costs and funding
Not stated in the available source.
When it takes effect
Effective date identified as 6/11/2026.
Potential benefits
Potential for improved workplace safety and protection against labor exploitation.
Risks and tradeoffs
Uncertain impact on employer costs and regulatory burden.
What is still unknown
Specific mechanisms of protection, enforcement authorities, and penalties for non-compliance are entirely unknown.
02
Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Potential for more stable labor conditions
- Reduction in workplace exploitation costs
- Standardization of employment expectations
Risks
- Potential for increased employer compliance costs
- Uncertain administrative burdens
- Risks of reduced hiring if compliance is prohibitive
Society
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Enhanced protection for vulnerable populations
- Promotion of fair treatment standards
- Increased awareness of immigrant worker rights
Risks
- Risk of creating segmented labor categories
- Potential for workplace discrimination based on status
- Implementation gaps affecting accessibility
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Not enough information
Not enough information to score this sector.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Public Health & Safety
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Baseline improvement in workplace physical safety
- Reductions in dangerous work conditions
- Improved oversight of hazardous environments
Risks
- Enforcement difficulties in isolated sectors
- Lack of clarity on complaint mechanisms
- Risk of underreporting by undocumented workers
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
Official bill text or data from OpenStates.
Confidence
Low
Information is limited or incomplete.
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Source note
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Analysis scope
Bill text not provided; analysis based on abstract only.
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Where it stands
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- Final agreementUpcoming
- GovernorUpcoming
- EnactedUpcoming
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