The Washington State Senate Labor and Commerce Committee (WA Senate LC) considers issues relating to labor issues, including unemployment insurance, industrial insurance/workers’ compensation, prevailing wage, collective bargaining, worker rights and benefits, and the Washington Cares Act. The committee also considers commerce issues, including the regulation of certain professions and businesses, and alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis.
Public Hearing
- SB 5259 - “Ensuring commerce and workplaces are safe from product theft.”
Executive Session
SB 5080- “Expanding and improving the social equity in cannabis program.” (added Jan 23; removed during meeting)SB 5123- “Concerning the employment of individuals who lawfully consume cannabis.” (added Jan 23; removed during meeting)