Recent Rulemaking Activity
Recent Rulemaking Activity
August 2026
- Friday, August 14, 2026
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking related to conflicts of interest.
- Thursday, August 13, 2026
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking regarding verification of state-authorized medical cannabis activities.
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking related to CCRS vendors.
July 2026
- Thursday, July 31, 2026
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking related to cannabis traceability and CCRS.
- Between July 20 and July 31, 2026
- The Board received 7 petitions for rulemaking related to compliance with the ADA.
- Tuesday, July 13, 2026
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking to amend WAC 314-55-570 to allow mobility of social equity licenses.
- Wednesday, July 1, 2026
- The Board approved a CR-102 (Proposed Rule Making) to propose rules to implement Second Substitute House Bill 1701 on leasing liquor premises. There is a public comment period open until August 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
- The Board denied a petition for rulemaking related to expanding canopy for Tier 2 outdoor cannabis producers.
- The Board approved a CR-103 (Permanent Rules) to implement Engrossed House Bill (EHB) 2681 on Cannabis License Fees
- The Board approved a CR-103 (Permanent Rules) to implement House Bill 1526 for Snack Bar Liquor Licenses
- The Board approved a CR-103 (Permanent Rules) to implement Engrossed Substitute House Bill (ESHB) 2476 for Spirits, Beer, and Wine Theater Licenses
June 2026
- Wednesday, June 3, 2026
- The Board approved a CR-103 (Permanent Rule) to approve permanent rules amendments to implement senate Bill 5206 regarding cannabis advertising by retail cannabis licensees.
- The Board denied five petitions for rulemaking related to cannabis traceability.
May 2026
- Wednesday, May 20, 2026:
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking regarding cannabis traceability
- Thursday, May 14, 2026:
- The Agency filed a CR-101 (Preproposal statement of inquiry) to begin rulemaking to implement EHB 1941 regarding cannabis producer cooperatives. There is an informal comment period until July 3, 2026.
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking regarding cannabis traceability.
- Wednesday, May 6, 2026:
- The Board approved a CR-103 (Permanent Rule) on repealing three sections of Chapter 314-23 WAC. The repeal of the rules is effective immediately.
- The Board approved a CR-103 (Permanent Rule) to approve permanent rules amendments to implement EHB 1602 regarding contract kitchens breweries and microbreweries.
- The Board denied four petitions for rulemaking related to cannabis traceability requirements in WAC 314-55-083.
- Tuesday, May 5, 2026:
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking regarding CCRS limitations.
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking seeking to amend WAC 314-55-075(6) to expand allowable canopy space for Tier 2 cannabis producers using outdoor production:
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking regarding federal compliance.
April 2026
- Wednesday, April 29, 2026:
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking regarding conflicts of interest.
- Wednesday, April 22, 2026:
- The Board denied a petition for rulemaking to amend the definition of a "complete meal" in WAC 314-02-010
- The Board approved CR-105's for 2026 Expedited Legislative Implementation of three bills passed during the 2026 legislative session: HB1526 (Modifying the snack bar liquor license), ESHB2476 (Modifying the spirits, beer, and wine liquor theater license), and EHB2681 (Cannabis license fees).
- Monday, April 13, 2026: The Agency filed a CR-101 (Preproposal statement of inquiry) to begin rulemaking to implement 2SHB 1701 on leasing liquor premises. There is an informal comment period until May 22, 2026.
- Thursday, April 9, 2026: the Board received a petition for rulemaking to establish accessibility standards for the cannabis mandatory reporting system in rule.
- Thursday, April 2, 2026: the Board received a petition for rulemaking to create a new rule requiring mandatory recording of LCB interactions with licensees.
March 2026
- Friday, March 27, 2026: The Board received a petition for rulemaking to amend WAC 314-55-083(4).
- Thursday, March 19, 2026: The Board received a petition for rulemaking to suspend WAC 314-55-083(4).
- Tuesday, March 10, 2026:
- The Board denied a petition for rulemaking on the medical cannabis excise tax exemption rule (WAC 314-55-090).
- Wednesday, March 4, 2026:
- The Board approved a CR-102 (Proposed Rule Making) to propose rules to implement EHB 1602 regarding contract food service options for domestic breweries and microbreweries.
- The Board approved a CR-102 (Proposed Rule Making) to propose rules to implement ESB 5206 regarding cannabis retail advertising.
- The Board approved a CR-105 (Expedited Rule Making) to repeal three sections of Chapter 314-23 WAC. There is a written objection period open until Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
- Tuesday, March 3, 2026: The Board received a petition for rulemaking to amend WAC 314-02-010(3)(b).
No February 2026 Updates
January 2026
- Tuesday, January 20, 2026:
- The Board filed a CR-103 with final rules related to 2025 Legislative Implementation including HB1636, HB 1698 and 2SSB 5786. These rules become effective January 20, 2026.
- The Board approved the CR-103 for this expedited rulemaking on January 7, 2026, at their regularly scheduled Board Meeting.
- Concise Explanatory Statement
- Memorandum
- CR-103 filed as WSR 26-03-072 on January 20, 2026
- Gov Delivery notice
- Monday, January 12, 2026:
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking on the medical cannabis excise tax exemption rule.
- Wednesday, January 7, 2026:
- The Board approved a CR-103 on final rules for implementing Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1515 on Expanded Alcohol Service Areas. The rules will go into effect Feb. 7, 2026.
December 2025
- Wednesday, December 3, 2025:
- The Board denied a rulemaking petition related to the social equity in cannabis program.
November 2025
- Thursday, November 6, 2025:
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking on the Social Equity in cannabis program.
- Wednesday, November 5, 2025:
- The Board approved a CR-105 (expedited rulemaking) to implement 2025 legislation (HB 1636, HB 1698, 2SSB 5786) as well as other statutory updates. The CR-105 was filed on Nov. 18, 2025.
- The Board approved a CR-102 (proposed rules) to implement Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1515 on Expanded Alcohol Service Areas. There is a public comment period currently open until Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM.
- The Board denied a petition for rulemaking to amend the social equity in cannabis rule at WAC 314-55-570.
October 2025
- Monday, October 20, 2025:
- ESSB 5403 Cannabis Retailers - Financial Interest Agreements
- Feedback sessions announced via GovDelivery notice for November 6 and 7, 2025
- Information about Feedback Sessions can be found on our Public Hearings and Outreach webpage
- Draft rules (Oct. 20, 2025) for discussion at Feedback Sessions
- More information about this rulemaking can be found on our Current Rulemaking webpage
- ESSB 5403 Cannabis Retailers - Financial Interest Agreements
- Wednesday, October 8, 2025:
- The Board approved a CR 103 (permanent rules) regarding acceptable forms of identification for alcohol and cannabis customers.
- See below under Past Rulemaking
- The Board denied a petition for rulemaking related to unfair business practices among cannabis retailers received on August 18, 2025.
- The Board approved a CR 103 (permanent rules) regarding acceptable forms of identification for alcohol and cannabis customers.
- Monday, October 6, 2025:
- The Board has extended the informal comment period regarding Cannabis Retail Advertising through Nov. 7, 2025.
September 2025
- Monday, September 29, 2025:
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking related to the Social Equity Program
- Wednesday, September 24, 2025:
- The Board approved a CR 101 (preproposal statement of inquiry) to consider amending rules related to harvest dates on cannabis labels.
- Wednesday, September 10, 2025:
- The Board approved a CR 103 (permanent rules) regarding seasonal hours for beer and wine restaurants.
- See below under Past Rulemaking
- See below under Past Rulemaking
- The Board denied a petition for rulemaking to create a new rule regarding identification for cannabis retail licensee websites.
- The Board approved a CR 103 (permanent rules) regarding seasonal hours for beer and wine restaurants.
- Wednesday, September 3, 2025:
- The Board approved a CR 101 (preproposal statement of inquiry) to implement EHB 1602 regarding expanded contract kitchen options for domestic breweries and microbreweries.
- The Board approved a CR 101 (preproposal statement of inquiry) related to clarifying requirements for cannabis Research and Development activities.
August 2025
- Monday, August 18, 2025:
- The Board received a petition for rulemaking related to unfair business practices among cannabis retailers
- Wednesday, August 13, 2025:
- Policy Statement: Guidance for implementing 2SHB 1515 Expanded Alcohol Service Areas
- Policy Statement PS25-01 (updated 11/20/25 with corrected email address)
- Link to rulemaking materials related to 2SHB 1515
- The Board approved the withdrawal of a CR 101 (preproposal statement of inquiry) filed as WSR 25-12-113 on June 4, 2025, to amend WAC 314-55-050(2) to re-define how to measure the 1,000 feet buffer required between a licensed cannabis premises and restricted entities such as schools.
- CR 101 withdrawal filed as WSR 25-17-032 on August 13, 2025
- CR 101 withdrawal filed as WSR 25-17-032 on August 13, 2025
- The Board denied a Petition for Rulemaking related to cannabis unfair trade practices.
- Policy Statement: Guidance for implementing 2SHB 1515 Expanded Alcohol Service Areas
Past Rulemaking Projects
Recently Adopted Rules
Consistent with RCW 34.05.270, we keep recently adopted rules on this webpage for 12 months after the rule’s adoption date. For expired, rescinded, or older rulemaking, see the links at the bottom of this page. This information can also be found on the Washington State Register agency index page.
General Rulemaking
- WSLCB to LCB (Effective August 31, 2024)
- Gender Neutral Language (Effective December 7, 2024)
Alcohol Rulemaking
- Trade Practice Repeal - Expedited rulemaking (Effective May 6, 2026)
- 2025 Legislative Implementation - Expedited rulemaking (Effective Jan. 20, 2026)
- Second Substitute House Bill 1515 Expanded Outdoor Alcohol Service (Effective February 7, 2026)
- Acceptable Forms of ID (Effective November 8, 2025)
- Seasonal Hours Alcohol Licensees (Effective October 11, 2025)
Cannabis Rulemaking
- 2025 Legislative Implementation - Expedited rulemaking (Effective Jan. 20, 2026)
- Acceptable Forms of ID (Effective November 8, 2025)
- Minors on Non-retail Cannabis Premises (Effective July 19, 2025)
- Implementation of Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 2151 related to the transfer of cannabis laboratory accreditation (Effective May 23, 2025)
Recently Withdrawn Rulemaking
A rule is considered withdrawn when either the agency files a withdrawal notice with the Code Reviser, or the rule is not adopted and filed with the code reviser within 180 days after publication of the rule proposal. A withdrawn rule may not be adopted unless it is again proposed in accordance with RCW 34.05.320.
- Cannabis License Distance Measuring
- Employee Stock Ownership Plans