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Washington Legal Holidays Laws<\/h1>\n
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\n By Amber Sheppard, Esq.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Amber Sheppard, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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A legal holiday<\/a> is a day the federal or state government sets aside to commemorate an event, a historical figure, or a traditional holiday. Washington legal holidays<\/a> are like federally recognized holidays (some states have their own unique days).<\/p>\r\n

Federal and State Legal Holiday Laws<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

Washington state labor laws do not require employers to offer paid time off on holidays, nor do they entitle workers to premium holiday wages. But most federal and state government workers and some government contractors need holiday pay and paid time off. Government workers usually get a "work holiday" on an adjacent workday if a legal holiday falls on a Sunday.<\/p>\r\n

Washington’s legal holiday laws are like those of most other states. While state law doesn’t force employers in the private sector to offer holiday benefits, premium pay, or paid holidays, companies may offer them as part of a compensation package. Non-exempt, salaried workers are usually granted paid time off on holidays.<\/p>\r\n

What Are Washington’s Legal Holidays?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The following days are legal holidays in Washington<\/a>:<\/p>\r\n