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Hilton Seattle Strike Ends with Historic Wage Deal
Unite Here Local 8 workers at Seattle's Embassy Suites Pioneer Square ratified a new contract to end an 85-day strike. The agreement provides significant wage increases, year-round healthcare, and unprecedented workplace protections for immigrant staff.
Key Takeaways
- 1Housekeeper starting pay rises to $31.03 an hour with a 23.3% raise over four years
- 2Employees working at least 1,250 hours annually secure year-round healthcare coverage
- 3Contract includes reduced workloads and job retention rights during immigration permit issues
Source: Hotel Dive
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