Unemployment In Washington On Downward Trend
OLYMPIA, WA — Unemployment is on the decline in Washington state.
According to the latest unemployment data from the Washington Employment Security Department, new unemployment claims dropped 13% over the week ending Feb. 13. Similarly, recurring unemployment claims also dropped 7.3%.
The decrease builds on a trend that started in late January. Since the week ending Jan. 30, Washington has seen more than 42,000 fewer total weekly unemployment claims.
The improvement is closely linked with the state's recent decision to begin reopening the economy. At the end of January, 7 Washington counties were allowed to enter Phase 2 of Gov. Inslee's Healthy Washington plan. The second phase allows several benefits, including the return of indoor dining, gyms, museums, and live entertainment.
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