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Washington Governor Signs Bill to Protect Employees from Drug Testing for THC
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed Senate Bill 5123 to protect employees from pre-employment drug testing for cannabis in most situations.
Washington Governor Signs Bill Expanding Social Equity Licenses
The measure allows for 52 more cannabis retailers between 2024 and 2032 in Washington.
Washington State Psilocybin Bill Heads to Governor’s Desk
After amendments were enacted by the House and Senate, a psilocybin bill heads to the desk of Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee.
Washington Bill Would Ban Pre-Employment Drug Testing for Cannabis
Senate Bill 5123 would ban most pre-employment drug testing for cannabis in the state of Washington.
Washington Social Equity Application Nears Deadline
Washington state applicants have until March 30.
Washington Senate Passes Bill Banning Hiring Discrimination for Pot Use
The Washington state Senate has passed a bill that prevents employers from denying employment based on a positive drug test for weed.
Washington Lawmakers Propose Raising Taxes on Higher Potency Weed
The bill would tax cannabis based on THC percentage in Washington state.
Washington State Announces Social Equity Applications for March 1
After three years since Washington enacted a social equity program, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board is finally ready to open up applications.
Fentanyl Crisis Behind Record Homeless Death Toll in Seattle
More people experiencing homelessness died of fentanyl overdoses in Seattle, Washington than ever before.
Yearly Cannabis Sales in Washington State Decline by $120 Million
Regulated cannabis sales dropped by about $120 million compared to a year ago, according to a report from market data analyst Headset.