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WA HB2504
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sharon Wylie
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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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