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*June 2, 2025*




The registration window for Cannabis Social Equity retail licenses is now open! The window is open for 30 days. Registration does not guarantee a license. If you’re interested in applying, here are the key details:


* *Opening Date:* June 2, 2025
* *Closing Date:* July 1, 2025
* *Registration Portal:* The first step in the process is to register via *LCB’s online portal* [ [link removed] ]. Review a user guide for steps on registering in the portal *here [ [link removed] ]*.

 

Please Note:

The process for the Social Equity Program has changed. You do not need to apply with Business Licensing Services (BLS). *You also do not need to create a SAW or LCB Portal account to register.*

Be sure to review the Social Equity qualifications before registering to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements, which can be found in *WAC 314.55.570* [ [link removed] ]*. *You can also view these requirements in our educational videos found *here* [ [link removed] ].

 

Helpful Resources

The LCB website has a variety of resources to help interested parties learn about the registration and application process.


* *Steps to Apply* [ [link removed] ]
* *Frequently Asked Questions* [ [link removed] ]
* *Educational Videos* [ [link removed] ]
* *Download Registration Guide* [ [link removed] ]
* *Register in LCB’s Online Portal* [ [link removed] ]

 

How can I stay up to date?

For the most recent updates on the Cannabis Social Equity Program, please visit the *LCB website* [ [link removed] ] and check out these additional resources below:


* *Follow the blog*

The Social Equity team posts regularly on the blog with information on rules, new program updates, and other topics relevant to Social Equity. Sign up for Medium to receive notifications when we make new blog posts!


* *Tune in to Board meetings*

Our Board meets monthly to discuss current LCB rules, topics, and to hear input from the public. The Board meeting schedule is available on the LCB website *here* [ [link removed] ].


* *Sign up for GovDelivery*

The LCB sends out regular communications about all agency topics. *S**ign up* [ [link removed] ] for these notifications to get the latest LCB news.








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