ESHB 1551: Extending the cannabis social equity program.
Did not pass. The 2025-26 session has ended.
- Sponsor
- Reeves
- Introduced
- January 23, 2025
- Status
- H Rules X
- Last action
- House Rules "X" file. (January 12, 2026)
- As of
- October 16, 2026, 5:15 AM Pacific, from the Legislature’s records
What this bill does
Extends the Cannabis Social Equity Program (Program) by two years to July 1, 2034. Prohibits the Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) from opening a new license application window through the Program until July 1, 2026, in order for a Program evaluation to be conducted, to ensure successful implementation of the Program. Specifies details of the Program evaluation to be conducted by the LCB, in consultation with the Department of Commerce. Requires a report to the Legislature and Governor by December 1, 2025, with findings and policy options.
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Floor votes
- House: 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 5, 202557 yea · 39 nay · 2 not voting
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