Measure 119 goes into effect on December 5, 2024 and requires OLCC-licensed retailers, processors, labs, and research certificate holders to obtain and submit a signed labor peace agreement (“LPA”) with a “bona fide labor organization” (“BFLO” or “Union”) to OLCC with each new and renewal application, at penalty of possible license forfeiture.
The measure’s 30-day implementation period gave OLCC, the Industry, and Unions very little time to prepare for this requirement so much remains up in the air about how it will work, but here is some helpful information you should know:
- Affected License Types – OLCC-licensed retailers, processors, laboratories, and research certificate holders.
- Applies to New and Renewal Applications OLCC Receives On and After 12/5/24 – Affected licensees who submit renewal applications and pay the license fee prior to 12/5/24 should not have to submit a signed LPA (or LPA attestation form) until their next renewal application.
- Required LPA Language – Measure 119 only requires a licensee and a Union to agree to one thing in a valid LPA: “[A]n applicant or licensee agrees to remain neutral with respect to a bona fide labor organization’s representatives communicating with the employees of the applicant or the licensee about the rights afforded to such employees under ORS 663.110.”
- Oregon BLFOs – We’re informed that the following Unions have indicated some interest in entering into LPAs with cannabis licensees, but this should not stop you from reaching out to any Union with an Oregon presence to inquire about a possible LPA (such as through an “Oregon Union” internet search).
- OLCC Information – Find more information from OLCC bulletin and on the OLCC website.
- All other local, state, and federal labor laws continue to apply.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER – Please note that this post is for informational purposes only and nothing in this post constitutes legal advice. If you have any questions about Measure 119, you should consult an attorney.
