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2025
2024
OLCC Board Reviews Shift in Alcohol Compliance PostureJuly 18, 2024
OLCC Board Gets Look at Agency's Draft Strategic PlanJune 20, 2024
Summer Alcohol Safety: Heat and Alcohol Can Be a Dangerous MixJune 18, 2024
Commission Makes Historic Agreement with Coquille Tribe; Board approves property transfer to Clackamas County for use as behavioral health services centerMay 16, 2024
OLCC Provides Property for Crisis Center in Milwaukie; Clackamas County will offer short-term behavioral health helpMay 15, 2024
OLCC expands Minor Decoy Operations; Inspectors set to monitor Alcohol Home DeliveryApril 19, 2024
Commission Approves Rules for Marijuana Batch TaggingApril 18, 2024
Winners announced for Chance-to-purchase eventMarch 25, 2024
OLCC Welcomes New CommissionersMarch 21, 2024
OLCC Relaunches Chance to Purchase Program; The opportunity to purchase rare and limited-edition liquor returns March 11February 28, 2024
Commission reviews 2023 Compliance Activity; Beer & wine distributors testify on business conditions; Chance-to-Purchase program relaunch outlinedFebruary 15, 2024
OLCC Suspends Marijuana Producer License; Marijuana found at private residenceFebruary 8, 2024
New OLCC online licensing system demonstrated for Commissioners; First phase of CAMP licensing system goes live in March; Cannabis industry representatives testify on business conditionsJanuary 18, 2024
2023
Commissioners Recognize Agency’s 90th Anniversary; Commission Appoints La Grande Liquor Store Agent; Approves Rules and Stipulated SettlementsDecember 14, 2023
Beer, Wine & Cider Delivery Changes Coming in 2024; OLCC implements new alcohol delivery oversight program; Keeping alcohol out of the hands of minors remains a priorityDecember 7, 2023
Commissioners Review New Approach for Oregonians to Get a Chance to Buy Rare, Hard-to-Find Distilled Spirits November 16, 2023
Commissioners Appoint Craig Prins, Director; Addition of new Commissioner; Commission Hears from IndustryOctober 19, 2023
OLCC Chair Steps Down Ahead of Board Changes; Commissioners hear warehouse update, address liquor store buy-out compensation, and make retail store appointmentSeptember 21, 2023
Hold lifted on cannabis products with detected Aspergillus mold; Agency action follows litigation on Oregon Health Authority rule; Test results don’t prohibit the sale of cannabis with moldSeptember 20, 2023
OLCC Resumes Eastern Oregon Minor Decoy Operations; Visits planned to Alcohol, Cannabis Licensees; Objective to improve compliance ratesAugust 25, 2023
Commission reviews planned HQ move to Salem; New warehouse still slated for Canby; Shift reflects State of Oregon shedding underutilized propertiesAugust 17, 2023
OLCC sends over $620 million back to cities and countiesJuly 21, 2023
OLCC recalls cannabis flower that contains arsenicJuly 13, 2023
OLCC recalls cannabis flower from three Producers; Products contain contaminantsJune 26, 2023
Marijuana retailers required to certify tax compliance; Commissioners table liquor surcharge proposal|June 15, 2023
Commission restricts employee access to rare liquor products; Public health and alcohol industries testify on proposed liquor surcharge increaseMay 18, 2023
OLCC seeks input on increasing distilled spirits surcharge Revenue will go to state’s general fund; UPDATE: Commissioners will take additional public comments at the June 15th Commission meeting; Written comments may be submitted until June 5, 2023 at 5 PMApril 26, 2023
Commissioners Hear Competing Testimony on Distilled Spirits Surcharge Increase; Cannabis and Liquor retailers report crime not recedingApril 21, 2023
Public Notice: OLCC seeks input on increasing distilled spirits surcharge; Revenue will go to state's general fundApril 12, 2023
New Chair Charts Commission Course Change; "Agency will do better and our partners can help"March 17, 2023
Governor Kotek names new Chair for OLCCFebruary 24, 2023
Commission names Interim Executive Director; Craig Prins will guide agency’s course correctionFebruary 17, 2023
OLCC expands recall of cannabis vape products; Cartridges contain prohibited additivesFebruary 14, 2023
Legal Marijuana Remains in Abundant Supply; OLCC releases biennial report to Oregon’s LegislatureFebruary 1, 2023
Cannabis vape products recalled by OLCC; Products contaminated with pesticidesJanuary 26, 2023
Liquor Stores report out to Commission; “Healthy right now, but future growth in jeopardy”January 20, 2023
OLCC issues recall of cannabis vape products; Cartridges contain prohibited additivesJanuary 12, 2023
2022
OLCC investigation detects banned ingredient in THC vape product; Licensee voluntarily pulled product “off the market”; Product purchasers advised to consider potential risk of useAugust 18, 2022
Commissioners plan to tighten “change of ownership” optionJuly 29, 2022
OLCC implores Congressional Representatives to make safe banking a top priority now; Cash-laden Cannabis Businesses targetedJuly 1, 2022
Commissioners meet in Southern Oregon; Legislators, Law Enforcement, Licensees tell OLCC “Illegal Cannabis Threatens All of Us”June 16, 2022
Commission to hold June meeting in southern Oregon; Town-hall conversation with cannabis industry also plannedMay 23, 2022
Commission cancels restaurant’s alcohol license; Wine industry says it’s poised for post-pandemic success; Restructuring cannabis violation penalties continues May 20, 2022
Commissioners implement marijuana licensing moratorium legislation; Oregon’s Hospitality Industry projects growth; Independent Liquor store owners discuss industry strengthApril 22, 2022
Potency increases in Oregon cannabis edibles; New amounts means consumers need to know their limitsMarch 31, 2022
Oregon Distillers Stabilize After Pandemic Shock; Small business owners selected for Salem, Silverton liquor stores; OLCC to transfer land to Clackamas CountyMarch 17, 2022
OLCC Selects Site for New Warehouse- Helps meet growing demand, provides better distribution; Moving forward OLCC will no longer carry Russian liquor - Action follows pulling products from liquor store shelves March 9, 2022
Oregon Liquor Stores Pull Russian Made LiquorFebruary 28, 2022
OLCC Reduces Backlog of Marijuana Licensee Cases; Shift Reflects Industry Growing Up since Going Legal in 2016February 17, 2022
Liquor Store Expansion Meets Consumer Demand; Measured Statewide Increase Matches State's Population Growth, While Providing Small Business OpportunitiesFebruary 17, 2022
OLCC Continues to Generate Record Revenue; $600 million dedicated to supporting state services, funding for local communitiesJanuary 20, 2022
2021
September 30, 2021
April 9, 2021
State Epidemiologist updates Commission on Oregon's progress against COVID-19; Commissioners share frustrations of hospitality industry struggling to re-openMarch 22, 2021
Commission Starts Effort to Limit Unchecked Use of Delta-8-THC, Other Artificially-Derived Cannabinoids; Concern grows about easy access to intoxicants at neighborhood convenience storesMarch 20, 2021
PUBLIC NOTICE: OLCC seeks input on minimum pricing for distilled spirits; Reminder: Written comments may be submitted until March 15th, 2021, at 5 PM; Update: Commission to take Testimony April 8thMarch 3, 2021
More Stores in "Low" and "Medium" Risk counties to resume redeeming beverage containers; BottleDrop® Redemption Sites Remain in Operation regardless of county "Risk" statusMarch 2, 2021
Commission focuses on COVID-19's impact to Oregon's liquor industry; Licensees reminded about COVID public health responsibilities January 26, 2021
OLCC Recalls Contaminated Marijuana Products Sold into Recreational Market; Product still in stores “locked" in Cannabis Tracking System to prevent new sales January 6, 2021
2020
As New Year Arrives, Same Rules Apply to Alcohol Sales, Consumption; “Drinks-to-go" program requires vigilant oversight by licensees; Selling to minors, serving tipsy consumers carries risk of criminal charges December 30, 2020
OLCC implements “Drinks-to-go” program; Commission action follows legislative special sessionDecember 23, 2020
Commission Bans Some Additives from Cannabis Vaping Products; Additives linked to potential harm to cannabis consumers; More transparent ingredient disclosure required going forwardDecember 18, 2020
Commission provides flexibility for outdoor alcohol service; Approves geographic specific wine labeling rules; Foreshadows 2021 Liquor Store Expansion; Commissioners discuss pending Cocktails-to-go LegislationDecember 17, 2020
OLCC identifies Potential Consumer Harm in some Cannabis Vape Products; Voluntary recall started because non-cannabis additives had undisclosed ingredients; Investigation continues to determine impact across Oregon’s legal cannabis industryDecember 11, 2020
Oregon Bars & Restaurants may resume Outdoor Dining; Oregon Health Authority provides specific guidance for hospitality industry; Restrictions remain on indoor dining based on Covid-19 cases in each countyDecember 3, 2020
OLCC Will Not Enforce Bottle Bill Redemption Requirements for Stores in Counties in Extreme and High Risk LevelsDecember 3, 2020
Commission Approves Stipulated Settlements; Receives updates on Portland's Cannabis Equity program; Voter-approved ballot measuresNovember 20, 2020
Commission discusses COVID Impacts to the Hospitality Industry; Advocates for Industry Support with Legislative Changes; Reaches Settlements over Social Distancing InfractionsNovember 20, 2020
Oregon Bars & Restaurants Required to Stop Dine-In Service; Takeout and delivery options remain for consumers; Two-week statewide “Freeze Period" starts todayNovember 18, 2020
OLCC Temporarily Halts Enforcement of Retailer Bottle Bill Redemption Requirements during “Statewide Freeze"; BottleDrop® Redemption Sites Will Remain in OperationNovember 16, 2020
State Regulators Start “Cannabis Regulators Association”; Oregon Liquor Control Commission joins organization; Group will help navigate cannabis regulations at federal, state, and local levelsNovember 12, 2020
OLCC Suspends Liquor License of Nightclub in Bend; “Seven Nightclub" fails to implement social distancing precautions; COVID positive test linked to Nightclub; Charged with violating social distancing, face covering requirementsNovember 5, 2020 Pac-12 Football Returns, Pandemic Precautions Remain; Sports fans should have a “game plan"; Face coverings, social distancing still requiredNovember 5, 2020
Commission Greenlights Solution for Streamlining License Applications; Advocates for additional resources;Commission supports “fix-it ticket” approach for minor compliance violations; Marijuana license stipulated settlements approvedOctober 22, 2020
OLCC & Alcohol and Drug Policy Commissions Focus on Collaboration; Wine Industry discusses progress on stakeholder issues and wildfires; Commissioners continue 50 cent Distilled Spirits Bottle SurchargeOctober 22, 2020
OLCC Suspends Liquor License of Southern Oregon Bar; Operators of “Top of the Bowl” hit with immediate suspension; Charged with violating social distancing, face covering requirementsOctober 7, 2020
OLCC Suspends Marijuana Laboratory Licensee; Marijuana products tested at unlicensed locationSeptember 30, 2020
July 8, 2020
Most Oregon Bars & Restaurants Following Social Distancing Requirements; OLCC Inspectors Saturate State Over 4th of July Holiday WeekendJuly 7, 2020
OLCC Enforcement Staff Heading to Oregon Bars & Restaurants; Compliance Action Comes as State's COVID-19 Infection Rate Spikes; Inspectors Will Spend Holiday Weekend Making Spot ChecksJuly 3, 2020
Have you entered OLCC's Latest Rare and Limited Liquor Drawing?July 1, 2020
OLCC Commission Takes Step to Continue Curbside Delivery; Begins Process to Ban Additives in Inhalable Cannabis Products June 19, 2020
OLCC Commission to Consider Extending Alcohol Deliveries; Stiffens Penalties for Alcohol Sales to Minors June 19, 2020
OLCC Commission Approves Marijuana Licensee Stipulated Settlements June 3, 2020
Wine Industry Outlines Reopening, Recovery Plans to CommissionJune 3, 2020
Phase 1 Reopening: Bottle Bill Redemption Requirements ModifiedMay 22, 2020
OLCC Provides Phase 1 Guidance to Alcohol Licensees; Adjusts Bottle Bill Compliance to State's Phase-In PlanMay 15, 2020
OLCC Suspends Liquor License of Salem RestaurantApril 23, 2020
Extension Again Made to Bottle Bill ReprieveApril 23, 2020
OLCC Providing Additional Economic Relief to Licensees; Liquor Liability Insurance Coverage Eased; Collection of Renewal Fees for Many Liquor Licensees Temporarily Suspended; License Renewal Late Fees Will Be RefundedApril 22, 2020
OLCC Commissioners Ratify Stipulated Alcohol Violations, Licensing Settlements and Takes Action on RulesApril 17, 2020
Commission Approves Random Testing of Marijuana Products; Action Stems From 2019 Vaping CrisisApril 17, 2020
OLCC Liquor Stores Generate Record Level of Revenue for StateApril 14, 2020
OLCC Suspends License of Southern Oregon BarApril 13, 2020
OLCC Will Temporarily Accept Expired State of Oregon Issued IDApril 8, 2020
OLCC Provides Guidance to Alcohol Licensees; What's Allowed During the Pandemic?April 4, 2020
Commission Suspends Closure Notification RequirementApril 3, 2020
What Do I Do If My Employee is Sick?March 31, 2020
Bottle Bill Reprieve for Retailers ExtendedMarch 27, 2020
Public Safety, Safe Access Focus of Latest Commission ActionMarch 22, 2020
Marijuana Retail Licensees Allowed to Provide Curbside DeliveryMarch 22, 2020
Delivery, Curbside Pickup Rules Eased to Help IndustryMarch 19, 2020
Returns of Product Allowed Due to Event Cancellation March 17, 2020
OLCC to Provide Relief to "Bottle Bill" Retailers; Agency Will Temporarily Halt Enforcement of Redemption Requirements; BottleDrop Redemption Sites Will Remain in OperationMarch 15, 2020
OLCC Appoints Leslie as Distribution Center Director March 4, 2020
OLCC Appoints Wine Rules Advisory Committee Members March 2, 2020
OLCC Commission Approves Marijuana Licensee Stipulated SettlementsFebruary 20, 2020
OLCC Commissioners Hear Contested Case, Ratify Stipulated Alcohol and Licensing Settlements, Make Retail AppointmentsFebruary 20, 2020
Check Local Liquor Store for Presidents' Day Hours February 14, 2020
Bottle Bill Information BulletinFebruary 5, 2020
OLCC Commission Adopts Updated Rules for Marijuana Program; Approves Marijuana Licensee Stipulated SettlementsJanuary 17, 2020
OLCC Commissioners Ratify Stipulated Alcohol Violations, Licensing and Take Action on RulesJanuary 17, 2020
Check Local Liquor Store for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day HoursJanuary 17, 2020
OLCC Issues Marijuana Product Recall; Winberry Farms Sweet Leaf Blend Pre-rolls Failed Pesticide TestJanuary 16, 2020
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