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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 17, 2023Contact: media@esd.wa.gov Job growth strengthens in April OLYMPIA – Washington’s economy gained an estimated 6,100 jobs (seasonally adjusted) in April. "Nonfarm payroll employment growth in Washington for March and April shows a labor market that is very resilient,” said Employment Security Department (ESD) State Economist Paul Turek. "The weaker preliminary hiring numbers in March were revised upward and April’s job numbers are more solid. Although job growth has
News and UpdatesSBA Seattle District OfficeServing Washington state and northern Idaho Each year since 1963, the President has issued a proclamation calling for the celebration of National Small Business Week. As a part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recognizes outstanding small business owners for their personal successes and contributions to our nation. President Biden, in his proclamation declaring April 30-May 6, 2023 as National Small Business Week,