Type: Legislation

SB 5403 - 2025-26:Limiting financial interest agreements for licensed cannabis retailers

Working with legislators and other advocacy groups, The Cannabis Alliance championed the revised SB 5403 to limit cannabis retailers from forming financial agreements spanning more than five licenses. Our testimony and advocacy helps ensure critical safeguards to maintain a sustainable and transparent market. Signed into law by May 12, 2025, and effective January 1, 2026, the bill enforces tighter limits on cross-license financial ties.

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Type: Legislation

HB 1453 - 2023-24: Providing a tax exemption for medical cannabis patients

The Cannabis Alliance successfully eliminated the 37% Washington state excise tax on medical cannabis, marking a significant victory in our mission to make cannabis more accessible and affordable for those who rely on it for their health and well-being. This crucial change ensures that patients no longer face excessive financial barriers when seeking essential care, making it easier for them to access the medication they need.

By removing this tax, we’ve paved the way for a more compassionate and patient-centered approach to cannabis policy in Washington state. Our advocacy is a direct response to the financial strain that many patients experience, and it supports the creation of a more equitable and supportive cannabis market.

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Type: Regulation

The Cannabis Alliance successfully championed sustainable packaging reforms, leading to reduced waste while maintaining compliance with safety and labeling standards. Thanks to our efforts, regulations now allow for thinner mylar bags and the removal of unnecessary measuring caps on liquid edibles, preventing thousands of pounds of plastic from ending up in landfills.

By pushing for smarter, more eco-friendly solutions, we’re helping to create a greener, more sustainable future for the cannabis industry—one where environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance go hand in hand.

Type: Legislation

HB 1563 - 2023-24: Concerning arrest protections for the medical use of cannabis

The Cannabis Alliance led the charge in proposing legislation to protect medical cannabis patients from unjust arrests for legally possessing or using cannabis. Our advocacy ensures that patients who rely on cannabis for their health and well-being are treated fairly under the law and not penalized for following state-approved medical guidelines.

By standing up for patient rights, we continue to work toward a more just and compassionate cannabis policy in Washington state.

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Type: Regulation

The Cannabis Alliance advocated for science-based, practical lab testing standards to ensure that cannabis products meet clear, consistent safety thresholds for pesticide testing.

By pushing for regulations grounded in science, we help protect consumers while supporting a transparent, trustworthy industry that prioritizes both safety and practicality.

Type: Legislation

SB 5605 - 2019-20: Concerning misdemeanor marijuana offense convictions

The Cannabis Alliance played a key role in advocating for legislation that allows non-violent cannabis misdemeanors to be vacated, giving affected individuals a fresh start.

By removing these outdated convictions, we’re helping to correct past injustices, reduce barriers to employment and housing, and create a more equitable future for those impacted by outdated cannabis laws.

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Type: Regulation

The Cannabis Alliance successfully pushed for reforms in Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) enforcement practices, leading to the creation of an education-focused division and a more transparent, fair regulatory environment.

These changes help ensure that businesses receive guidance and support rather than just punitive action, fostering a more balanced and collaborative approach to industry compliance.

Type: Legislation

The Cannabis Alliance successfully blocked the implementation of restrictive THC potency caps, ensuring that consumers continue to have access to a wide variety of products while protecting businesses from unnecessary limitations.

This victory safeguards consumer choice and industry growth, preventing policies that would have negatively impacted both businesses and patients by reducing product availability.

Type: Legislation

HB 2052 - 2019-20: Clarifying marijuana product testing by revising provisions concerning marijuana testing laboratory accreditation and establishing a cannabis science task force

The Cannabis Alliance advocated for the standardization of laboratory methods in cannabis testing, leading to the passing of HB 2052.

This legislation transfers lab accreditation from the Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board to the state’s Department of Ecology, ensuring more consistent, reliable testing processes across the industry. This change promotes greater accuracy, transparency, and safety for consumers while strengthening the integrity of Washington’s cannabis market.

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Type: Research & Education

The Cannabis Alliance collaborated with the University of Washington Northwest Center for Occupational Health and Safety on a UV exposure research grant, contributing to important studies on the effects of ultraviolet light on cannabis products. This partnership helps ensure that the industry is equipped with scientific data to improve product safety, quality, and handling practices, ultimately benefiting both consumers and producers.

Is Over-Exposure to UV Light a Hazard in Cannabis Growing Facilities?

Type: Research & Education

The Cannabis Alliance partnered with Washington State University’s Center for Cannabis Policy, Research, and Outreachon groundbreaking cannabis impairment research. This collaboration helps advance our understanding of cannabis and its effects on impairment, contributing valuable data to ensure safer consumption practices, clearer regulatory guidelines, and improved public safety standards for the cannabis industry.

Studying the Impact of Cannabis on Health, Industry, Policy, Economics, and more

Type: Advocacy & Education

The Cannabis Alliance collaborated with the Washington State Department of Agriculture's workgroup to help establish an organic-like program for cannabis. This partnership paves the way for sustainable, environmentally friendly practices in cannabis cultivation while offering consumers more transparency and confidence in the products they choose. Through this collaboration, we are advancing the industry’s commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability.

Type: Advocacy & Education

The Cannabis Alliance fostered strong partnerships with Washington’s Department of Ecology and Zero Waste Washington, working together to promote sustainable practices across the cannabis industry. These collaborations are focused on reducing waste, enhancing environmental responsibility, and creating a greener future for the cannabis sector. Through these efforts, we’re helping to shape an industry that values both innovation and environmental stewardship.

Type: Advocacy & Education

The Cannabis Alliance launched a pilot program to reclaim vape batteries, aiming to reduce environmental harm caused by waste. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability, ensuring that the cannabis industry takes proactive steps to minimize its ecological footprint while promoting responsible recycling and waste management practices. Through this program, we’re helping to protect the environment and set a positive example for the industry.