The decriminalization of psychedelics has become a mainstream policy issue. Following legal reforms in Colorado and Oregon, the California legislature is once again debating a bill that would establish a regulated market of psychedelic therapies. There is a growing body of medical research showing psychedelic-assisted therapies can be tremendously effective at helping treat … [Read more...] about California should legalize psychedelics but learn from mistakes in marijuana regulation
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Psychedelics Reform Update: Missouri’s $10M Budget, Maine’s & Maryland’s Study Groups, Oregon’s Re-Crim And More
State-level psychedelics policy reform keeps moving forward throughout the U.S. Below is a recap of the moves that took place in the past three weeks (see the previous recap.) Missouri: Controversial budget proposal HB 2010 received final approval by the state's House on April 5, a day after it was reported to the Senate for consideration, where it already … [Read more...] about Psychedelics Reform Update: Missouri’s $10M Budget, Maine’s & Maryland’s Study Groups, Oregon’s Re-Crim And More
Massachusetts Lawmakers Consider Psychedelics Therapy Legalization Bill
Massachusetts legislators held a joint legislative committee hearing last week to consider an initiative to legalize the therapeutic use of natural psychedelics. At the hearing, lawmakers heard from both supporters and opponents of the proposal, which can be approved by the legislature or referred to voters to decide the issue this November. The proposed ballot measure is … [Read more...] about Massachusetts Lawmakers Consider Psychedelics Therapy Legalization Bill
Beyond Cannabis: The Rise of Psilocybin in Connecticut
The air hung heavy with anticipation as the legislative Judiciary Committee convened in the hallowed halls of the Connecticut State Capitol. Their mission? To grapple with the mind-bending question that had infiltrated the collective consciousness: Should the possession of “magic” mushrooms be decriminalized? The stakes were high, my friends, higher than a stoned giraffe on a … [Read more...] about Beyond Cannabis: The Rise of Psilocybin in Connecticut
GOP-Backed Bill in Indiana Would Create Fund To Study Shrooms
A bill, introduced by GOP state Sen. Ed Charbonneau, would establish “the therapeutic psilocybin research fund,” which would be “administered by the Indiana department of health (state department), to provide financial assistance to research institutions in Indiana to study the use of psilocybin to treat mental health and other medical conditions,” according to the official … [Read more...] about GOP-Backed Bill in Indiana Would Create Fund To Study Shrooms
Rhode Island Bill Would Allow Psilocybin Cultivation, Possession Under 1 Ounce
Several states across the U.S. are forging ahead with their respective psilocybin reform programs, largely embracing policy changes around possession and cultivation while working to implement therapeutic practices involving the “magic mushroom” compound. And kicking off the new year, more states are looking to join those ranks. Most recently, Rhode Island Rep. Brandon Potter … [Read more...] about Rhode Island Bill Would Allow Psilocybin Cultivation, Possession Under 1 Ounce
Mushroom Mavericks: The Quest For Psychedelic Liberation In Hartford
In the heart of the bustling city of Hartford, Connecticut, a wild and transformative movement is brewing. Imagine a motley crew of advocates – doctors, therapists, and passionate supporters of decriminalization – all coming together for a cause that could redefine the state's stance on psychedelic mushrooms.Picture this: these advocates recently descended upon the state … [Read more...] about Mushroom Mavericks: The Quest For Psychedelic Liberation In Hartford
