The Washington State Senate Law and Justice Committee (WA Senate LAW) considers a variety of subjects relating to civil and criminal law, including issues involving public safety, law enforcement, and sentencing. Civil law topics include commercial law, probate, firearms, eminent domain, Consumer Protection Act remedies and processes. The committee also oversees family law issues such as marriage, child support and adoption.
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Observations
The Week Ahead
(February 8, 2021)
Of 19 bills closely tracked, five were out of committee and seven were scheduled for action this week - including new bills to limit cannabis concentrates and a drug decriminalization bill.
The Week Ahead
(January 25, 2021)
WSLCB licensing staff would testify before the social equity task force the same week as an out-of-state ownership lawsuit proceeded while 11 cannabis-related bills made their way through the legislature.
WA Task Force on Social Equity in Cannabis - Public Meeting
(December 14, 2020) - A History
A history of racial discrimination in the American drug war and Washington state’s legal industry was described by a task force member, guest presenter, and commenters from inside and outside the industry.
Washington State Legislature - Committee Report Cutoff
(April 9, 2019) - Summary
11 cannabis-related bills remain in motion after Tuesday’s committee report deadline.
Washington State Legislature - Cannabis Bill Activity
(March 28 - April 2, 2019) - Summary
Bills that address budtender penalties, intellectual property, and lab accreditation are still moving in the legislature.
WA Senate LAW - Public Hearing
(April 1, 2019) - HB 1792
On Monday April 1st, the Senate Law and Justice Committee hosted a public hearing for HB 1792, “Concerning criminal penalties applicable to licensed marijuana retailers and employees of marijuana retail outlets.”
WA Senate LAW - Executive Session
(April 2, 2019) - HB 1792
On Tuesday April 2nd, the Senate Law and Justice Committee hosted an executive session for HB 1792, “Concerning criminal penalties applicable to licensed marijuana retailers and employees of marijuana retail outlets.”
WA Senate LAW - Committee Meeting
(February 21, 2019) - Recommendation to Confirm Gubernatorial Appointment
On Thursday, the Washington State Senate Law and Justice Committee (WA Senate LAW) recommended confirmation of the 2016 gubernatorial appointment of Russ Hauge as Chair of the Washington State Sentencing Guidelines Commission.
WA Legislature - House of Origin Policy Committee Cutoff
(February 22, 2019)
Members moved (some) cannabis bills out of committee as the first major session cutoff calendar deadline landed today.
WA Legislature - Executive Sessions
(February 14, 2019) - Summary
Several cannabis bills found love on Valentine’s Day as committees passed or amended them, while less fortunate legislation received no action.