Transferring certain cannabis licensing activities to the department of agriculture.

HB 1067 transfers the licensing and regulation of cannabis production, processing, and testing from Washington’s Liquor and Cannabis Board to the Department of Agriculture. This directly affects cannabis businesses (producers, processors, retailers) currently licensed under the Liquor and Cannabis Board, requiring them to interact with the Department of Agriculture for all licensing, compliance, and regulatory matters starting July 1, 2026. The bill mandates the transfer of all related documents, equipment, budgets, rules, and contracts to the Department of Agriculture by that date, with existing licenses and obligations remaining valid. It also updates legal references to reflect the agency change in relevant state laws.