Washington and Oregon employment offices announce benefits for furloughed federal workers By Erik Neumann (OPB)Oct. 2, 2025 8:29 p.m.Workers laid off because of the government shutdown may be eligible for state employment benefits. 📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up