The Port of Seattle Commission will conduct a new study on worker benefits as it explores the possibility of implementing healthcare requirements for nongovernment Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) employees. The Port will conduct a two-phase study through mid-2025 to plot out potential worker benefit policies for more than 20,000 SEA employees
“I’m proud to sponsor this order, which prioritizes a people-first approach and recognizes the economic benefits of supporting our SEA workers,” said Port of Seattle Commission president Hamdi Mohamed. “Through thoughtful collaboration, this initiative aims to improve safety, enhance worker retention, streamline airport operations, deliver exceptional customer service, and achieve other positive outcomes. These efforts will help advance the airport’s goal of earning a five-star Skytrax rating and increasing its global competitiveness.”
“We’ve heard loud and clear that the status quo doesn’t cut it for SEA workers when it comes to healthcare. This public order marks the first of many necessary steps to make the formal business case for mandatory healthcare,” added Port of Seattle Commission vice president Toshiko Hasegawa. “With this order we have the chance to look at local and national data to determine whether enhanced health care could lead to things like better retention, smoother airport operations, and overall positive business outcomes.”
