You failed to mention that people in Washington go to Oregon to purchase their weed because of sales tax.Yes we decriminalized in 1972(possession/use not a felony) so it is the longest standing community of growers in the country...Abundance of knowledge and highly experienced growers.
Medical has been around for 15 or so years and it is legal recreationally the last 4 years.
You can grow 4 adult cannabis plants at any given time(indoor or outdoor)
You can legally gift an ounce to anyone at any time and it is legal to travel with an ounce at any time in your vehicle or your person.
With a Medical License the limits go way up and you get more freedom.
This state is likely the most lenient in the country...and most of state can grow amazing outdoor(long growing season)
And Oregon is not like most of the country... not sure how to classify it(cause I don't label politically) but folks are generally very nice and loving towards all(with exceptions of course)