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WA HB2504

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Sharon Wylie

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • All cannabis products imported from other states must be distributed through Washington-licensed cannabis processors and tested by state-accredited laboratories before retail sale
  • A "legal interstate cannabis market" is triggered when federal law allows interstate cannabis transfers or the U.S. Department of Justice issues guidance tolerating such transfers
  • Licensed cannabis processors may purchase cannabis from out-of-state sources only after both federal authorization and approval from the Liquor and Cannabis Board
  • Selling or delivering cannabis to consumers by mail or shipment is prohibited and constitutes a class C felony
  • The governor may enter interstate agreements for cross-jurisdictional coordination and cannabis delivery, subject to requirements that imported products meet Washington's testing, packaging, labeling, and tax standards

Legislative Description

Preparing for a legal interstate cannabis market.

Last Action

First reading, referred to Consumer Protection & Business.

1/15/2026

Committee Referrals

Consumer Protection & Business1/15/2026

Full Bill Text

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