The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is the primary adult use cannabis regulatory authority in the State of Washington. The executive agency, which also regulates alcohol, tobacco, and vapor products in Washington state, is overseen by a three member board appointed by the Governor to six-year terms. The Board holds regular public meetings and work sessions with stakeholders, makes policy and budget decisions, and adjudicates contested license applications and enforcement actions on licensees. Board members are also responsible for hiring the agency's Director, who manages day-to-day operations.
Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board
(WSLCB)
Public
Observations
WSLCB - Board Meeting
(March 21, 2018) - Summary
Without a quorum, the Board could not take action on some rulemaking, though a public hearing on packaging and labeling rules went ahead and a former board member spoke during public comment about 'white labeling.'
WSLCB - Board Caucus
(March 20, 2018) - Summary
Members were prepared for rulemaking at the Board's next public meeting and discussed the limits of support for the legal cannabis industry versus promotion of specific trade groups and businesses.
WSLCB - Board Caucus
(March 13, 2018) - Summary
Staff explained developments around traceability and WSLCB Enforcement's draft policy on administrative visits to licensees.
WSLCB - Executive Management Team
(March 7, 2018) - Summary
Licensing provided recommendations for retailers in ban and moratorium areas and detailed license forfeiture rules.
WSLCB - Board Caucus
(March 6, 2018) - Summary
Staff prepared the Board for a temporary suspension of the 24-hour quarantine period and brought members up to speed on legislative activity.