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Promoting public safety and trust through fair administration and enforcement of liquor, tobacco and cannabis laws in Washington State.
The LCB's quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live with the Winter 2026 Cannabis Edition on Medium! We hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. Check it out here: medium.com/wslcb-topics...
LCB Topics and Trends
This quarterly publication highlights: Emerging trends within the alcohol, cannabis and vape industries; Enforcement issues, trends and tips for remaining in compliance; and Licensing issues and tips ...
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January 28, 2026 at 6:50 PM
The LCB Board Caucus scheduled for this upcoming Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m., is cancelled. Please refer to the Board Meeting schedule on the LCB website for the full Board schedule and any updates, which will be updated soon to reflect this change.
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Meeting Schedule and Information | Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board
Public Meetings and EngagementAs a three-member Board, any two members meeting can constitute a quorum and is subject to the governance of the
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January 17, 2026 at 12:47 AM
The LCB's Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report is now available on our website! The annual report documents the agency’s work in the last fiscal year and is full of data, photos, and storylines from July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025.

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Annual Report | Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board
Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) Annual Reports provide key data on the operations of the agency and identify future trends and
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December 29, 2025 at 6:17 PM
The LCB's quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live with the Fall 2025 Alcohol+ Edition on Medium! We hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. Check it out here:
medium.com/wslcb-topics...
WSLCB Topics and Trends
This quarterly publication highlights: Emerging trends within the alcohol, cannabis and vape industries; Enforcement issues, trends and tips for remaining in compliance; and Licensing issues and tips ...
medium.com
November 7, 2025 at 11:37 PM
The WA Employment Security Dept. has scheduled its third webinar for federal and state workers and others affected by the fed govt shutdown. The webinar is Friday Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. esd.wa.gov/about-us/new...
November 6, 2025 at 5:38 PM
The LCB's quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live with the Fall 2025 Cannabis Edition on Medium! We hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. Check it out here:
medium.com/wslcb-topics...
WSLCB Topics and Trends
This quarterly publication highlights: Emerging trends within the alcohol, cannabis and vape industries; Enforcement issues, trends and tips for remaining in compliance; and Licensing issues and tips ...
medium.com
November 6, 2025 at 12:56 AM
We invite the cannabis community to our second Public Health Roundtable on Wed., Oct. 22 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. This roundtable will be co-hosted by LCB Board member, Pete Holmes and LCB Public Health Education Liaison, Kristen Haley.

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Public Health Roundtable with the Cannabis Community: Wed., Oct. 22 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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October 20, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Join us tomorrow for a virtual presentation and Q&A session on expanded alcohol services granted by HB 1515, Thursday, Sept. 4, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

The session will provide an overview for local governments and licensees. Learn more: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/WAL...
Tomorrow: Virtual Presentation and Q&A on Expanded Alcohol Services, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
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September 3, 2025 at 11:30 PM
BizFair 2025 is coming to Puyallup on Sept. 20! Attend a variety of educational workshops led by industry experts and learn about valuable resources, programs, and assistance for your small business! Details at www.bizfair.wa.gov
September 2, 2025 at 3:18 PM
BizFair is returning to Puyallup on September 20! This free event is a valuable opportunity for all current and aspiring small business owners. #BizFair #SmallBusiness

For information on workshops, exhibitors, and registration visit: www.bizfair.wa.gov
August 1, 2025 at 5:45 PM
The LCB's quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live with the Summer 2025 Alcohol+ Edition on Medium! We hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. Check it out here:
medium.com/wslcb-topics...
WSLCB Topics and Trends
This quarterly publication highlights: Emerging trends within the alcohol, cannabis and vape industries; Enforcement issues, trends and tips for remaining in compliance; and Licensing issues and tips ...
medium.com
July 25, 2025 at 3:29 PM
The LCB's quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live with the Summer 2025 Cannabis Edition on Medium! We hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. Check it out here:
medium.com/wslcb-topics...
Cannabis – WSLCB Topics and Trends – Medium
Stories related to the cannabis industry in Washington State. This quarterly publication highlights: Emerging trends within the alcohol, cannabis and vape industries; Enforcement issues, trends and ti...
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July 18, 2025 at 10:20 PM
The window to register for the Cannabis Social Equity Program is officially closed. If you registered during the 30-day window, check your email regularly for notification from the third-party contractor, Alta Point Consulting.

Learn more on our blog: medium.com/lcbsocialequ...
Cannabis Social Equity Registration Window Closed
By the LCB Social Equity Team
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July 2, 2025 at 6:52 PM
The registration window for the Cannabis Social Equity Program closes tomorrow, Tuesday, July 1. If you are interested in a Cannabis Social Equity license, you must register before the window closes. Registration does not guarantee a license.

Learn more: lcb.wa.gov/se/cannabis-...
Cannabis Social Equity | Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board
Please go directly to this page to register. This page offers the most up-to-date information about the Social Equity Program and is updated regularly
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June 30, 2025 at 3:44 PM
FYI to Cannabis Social Equity registrants, earlier today we communicated an alert that we've received reports of unauthorized third parties advertising to help with your application. Be careful. More info is here content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd...
Attention Social Equity Registrants: LCB Remains Primary Source of Communication
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June 25, 2025 at 10:54 PM
The registration window for the Cannabis Social Equity Program is now open! This window is open for 30 days, through July 1 at midnight. Learn more on our website: lcb.wa.gov/se/cannabis-...
Cannabis Social Equity | Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board
This page offers the most up-to-date information about the Social Equity Program and is updated regularly as information is available. The LCB
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June 2, 2025 at 3:40 PM
This upcoming Monday, June 2, registration will open for the Cannabis Social Equity Program. Registration will be done through LCB's online Portal, and open for 30 days. Only cannabis retail licenses are available through the program at this time. Learn more at: lcb.wa.gov/se/cannabis-...
Cannabis Social Equity | Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board
This page offers the most up-to-date information about the Social Equity Program and is updated regularly as information is available. The LCB
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May 28, 2025 at 5:12 PM
LCB is excited to announce that the registration window for the Cannabis Social Equity Program will be opening June 2, 2025, through July 1, 2025. This window will be open for 30 calendar days. Learn more on our website at: lcb.wa.gov/se/cannabis-...
Cannabis Social Equity | Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board
This page offers the most up-to-date information about the Social Equity Program and is updated regularly as information is available. The LCB
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May 1, 2025 at 6:41 PM
The Board will be holding its next Board meeting tomorrow, on Wednesday, Apr. 23, at 10 a.m.

Meeting links to join and observe, the agenda and additional documents can be found on the Board’s calendar page linked below.

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Meeting Schedule and Information | Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board
Public Meetings and EngagementAs a three-member Board, any two members meeting can constitute a quorum and is subject to the governance of the
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April 22, 2025 at 3:55 PM
We have published the first video in our educational series on the Cannabis Social Equity Program. View the video below or check out the Social Equity section of our website at lcb.wa.gov.
The Washington State Cannabis Social Equity Program
YouTube video by Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Board
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April 18, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Congratulations to Jim Vollendroff and Pete Holmes, confirmed today by the state Senate as LCB Board Chair and Board Member respectively.
April 16, 2025 at 9:12 PM
We are excited to announce that this morning, we expanded our online Portal with new features making most of LCB’s Licensing services accessible online! 🎉

Access the Portal here: portal.lcb.wa.gov
Keep track of the Portal's status here: lcb.wa.gov/portal/status
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March 31, 2025 at 3:25 PM
The LCB's quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live with the Spring 2025 Alcohol+ Edition on Medium! We hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. Check it out here:
Alcohol – WSLCB Topics and Trends – Medium
Stories related to alcohol in Washington State. This quarterly publication highlights: Emerging trends within the alcohol, cannabis and vape industries; Enforcement issues, trends and tips for remaini...
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March 27, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Tonight, we begin our transition to launch our online Portal!
LCB Portal and phone services will not be available from Thur. Mar. 27 5 p.m. – Mon. Mar. 31, 8 a.m.
Learn more: lcb.wa.gov/portal/get-ready
Get Ready for the Portal | Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board
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March 27, 2025 at 4:27 PM
The LCB's quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live with the Spring 2025 Cannabis Edition on Medium! We hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. Check it out here:
Cannabis – WSLCB Topics and Trends – Medium
Stories related to the cannabis industry in Washington State. This quarterly publication highlights: Emerging trends within the alcohol, cannabis and vape industries; Enforcement issues, trends and ti...
medium.com
March 26, 2025 at 4:12 PM