HB 1092 Allows the possession of no more than six cannabis plants and up to twenty-four ounces of usable cannabis harvested from lawfully grown plants if the person in possession is at least twenty-one years old. It also allows the possession of no more than twelve cannabis plants and forty-eight ounces of usable cannabis, in the aggregate, by the adult residents of a single housing unit, regardless of the number of persons who are at least twenty-one years old residing in the housing unit.
Of the eight states that have legalized cannabis for recreational sales, all allow personal cultivation – except for Washington! We need to catch up!
The House Committee on Commerce & Gaming has scheduled a public hearing on Monday January 23 at 1:30 PM in the O’Brien Building. It’s important that people show up ready to be respectful and thoughtful.
Remember to show up early! Parking is a pain. You also need to sign up at the kiosk at the west entrance so that they know you came to hear this bill and that you support it! This step is important! It shows them how many people showed up in support of the bill.
While you’re there, why not set an appointment with your representatives to let them know you support HB 1092. You can find your legislator’s info HERE Just click on their name & it will bring up their contact information.
Can’t come to Olympia? That’s ok you can read & comment on the bill HERE
The comment button is on the right side of the page, in the dark green bar, “Comment on this bill”.
Be sure and send your comments to both of your House Representatives & your Senator. Ask for a reply back. This is a great way to start dialogue with your Legislators and forces them to acknowledge receipt of favorable comments on the bill.
It’s now time Washington. If we as individuals do not stand up for what we need from our legislators we will never get it! Please attend the hearing & comment on the bill! Share this blog to get the word out!
It’s time to grow!
