What other agencies do

Here's a list of Washington agencies that businesses may need to work with. Visit business.wa.gov for a list of Washington State agencies, their services, and Small Business Liaison Team (SBLT) members ready to help you with your questions.

 

Agency Services
Agency

Governor's Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance (ORIA)

Services Assistance with local, state, and federal business licensing regulations and environmental permitting.
Agency Dept. of Labor and Industries (L&I) Services Regulate Workers Compensation; employment standards and policies; workplace safety and health, and Contractor registration and regulation.
Agency Employment Security Dept. Services Regulate Unemployment Insurance, Paid Family Medical Leave, Labor Market Information, and Work-Source program.
Agency Secretary of State Corporations & Charities Services Register and renew Corporate & LLC Business Entities, Charitable Organizations, Trademarks, and Domestic Partnerships.
Agency Dept. of Licensing Services Professional licenses such as Cosmetology, Real Estate, Engineers, Notaries, and Tattoos. Issues Dealer tabs and plates for businesses, For Hire and Transporter 
Agency Liquor and Cannabis Board Services Regulate licensing and permitting services for Liquor, Cannabis, Tobacco, and Vapor products.