Seattle Hilton Workers End 85-Day Strike
Union workers at Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square ratified a four-year contract, ending Washington state's longest hotel strike. The deal secures substantial wage hikes, reduced workloads, and nationwide-first immigration protections.
Key Takeaways
- 1Housekeeping wages rise 23.3% over four years, reaching a starting rate of $31.03 per hour on Jan. 1.
- 2New terms reduce daily room quotas and grant year-round healthcare for staff averaging 24 hours weekly.
- 3Contract adds first-of-its-kind immigration protections, preserving seniority for up to two years during permit issues.
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