WA HB1141

Grants collective bargaining rights to agricultural cannabis workers (those cultivating, growing, harvesting, or producing cannabis) under the Public Employment Relations Commission, effective July 27, 2025

Applies to employees of licensed cannabis producers and processors whose premises are colocated on farms, covering tasks including defoliating, drying, trimming, sorting, and loading

Establishes procedures for union certification requiring 30% employee support for a ballot election or 50% support for a cross-check process, with the commission determining appropriate bargaining units

Requires employers to provide employee contact and employment information to exclusive bargaining representatives within 21 business days of hire and every 120 business days for all unit employees

Defines unfair labor practices for both employers and bargaining representatives, empowering the commission to issue cease and desist orders, award damages, and reinstate employees