Adults can claim a complimentary joint of marijuana in Washington state this week when they receive a COVID-19 vaccine shot.
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board announced Monday that the promotion, called"Joints for Jabs," was effective immediately and would run through July 12. During the afforded time period, state-licensed cannabis retailers are permitted to give one free pre-rolled joint to customers who are 21 or older when they receive their first or second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine at an active, on-site vaccination clinic.
The board said it has"received multiple requests from cannabis retail licensees to engage in promotions to support state vaccination efforts." The board recently allowed for a beer, wine or cocktail to be provided at no cost for those 21 or older who are vaccinated by June 30.
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