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# Psilocybin News: A Complete Timeline of Psychedelics Legislation

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News is changing fast. And as more and more states introduce legislation to decriminalize psychedelics - like psilocybin - you may be wondering where things stand.

Always check with your local laws and regulations for the most up-to-date information. 

Below, we've compiled a timeline of legislation at a state level for psilocybin.

Looking for information on a specific state? Check out your state's new legislation, advocacy groups, emerging research, and psilocybin therapy options. 

This timeline is updated regularly, so be sure to bookmark it for the latest updates.

Let's dive in!

## Most Recent Magic Mushroom News & Legislation:

 

### January 18, 2023

[Missouri State Lawmaker Files Psilocybin Therapy Legalization Bill](https://www.forbes.com/sites/ajherrington/2023/01/19/missouri-state-lawmaker-files-psilocybin-therapy-legalization-bill/?sh=4facac182d9d)

Overview: A Missouri state lawmaker this week introduced a bill to legalize the therapeutic use of psilocybin, the primary psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms, for people with serious mental health conditions. The legislation, [HB 869, ](https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB869&year=2023&code=R)was filed on Wednesday by Republican state Rep. Tony Lovasco

### January 5, 2023

[New Hampshire Lawmaker Files Psychedelics Legalization Bill](https://www.forbes.com/sites/ajherrington/2023/01/17/new-hampshire-lawmaker-files-psychedelics-legalization-bill/?sh=311ad32336fe)

Overview: A New Hampshire state lawmaker has introduced legislation that would legalize the possession and use by adults of psychedelics such as LSD and psilocybin, the primary psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms. The measure, [HB328](https://gencourt.state.nh.us/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_status.aspx?lsr=238&sy=2023&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2023&txtbillnumber=HB328), was introduced in the New Hampshire House of Representatives by Republican state Rep. Kevin Verville on January 5.

### November 11, 2022

[Colorado voters approve initiative to decriminalize psychedelic mushrooms](https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/colorado-voters-approve-initiative-to-decriminalize-psychedelic-mushrooms)

Overview: Colorado voters have passed a ballot initiative to decriminalize psychedelic mushrooms for people 21 and older and to create state-regulated “healing centers” where participants can experience the drug under supervision.

### August 9, 2022

**[Oregon - Prineville and Crook County leaders to refer psilocybin ban to voters](https://pamplinmedia.com/ceo/162-news/554349-443215-prineville-and-crook-county-leaders-to-refer-psilocybin-ban-to-voters)**

**Overview:** Measure 109 allows local governments to opt out of state psilocybin program with voter approval. City and county officials will ask voters to decide if psilocybin businesses and production should be allowed in Prineville and Crook County.

### July 14, 2022

[United States - U.S. House Passes NDAA 2023 - Psychedelic Therapy Amendments](https://www.remeday.com/psychedelics/us-house-ndaa-2023)

Overview: The US House passes NDAA 2023 which has amendments allocating funds for psychedelics research for the treatment of PTSD. The bill will have to pass the Senate by a simple majority - likely in September.

### June 23, 2022

[New Jersey - Senate President Files Psilocybin Legalization Bill That Includes Home Grow Option](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/new-jersey-senate-president-files-psilocybin-legalization-bill-that-includes-home-grow-option-unlike-current-marijuana-law/)

Overview: The leader of the New Jersey Senate filed a bill on Thursday that would legalize the possession, home cultivation and gifting of psilocybin mushrooms for adults 21 and older—with provisions that give adults even more freedoms for the psychedelic than are afforded under the state’s current marijuana laws.

### May 22, 2022

**[Oregon - Adopts first set of therapeutic psilocybin rules](https://www.bendbulletin.com/health/oregon-adopts-first-set-of-therapeutic-psilocybin-rules/article_f33e1cc3-96cb-5dda-9d72-93c00d1d5ea0.html)**

**Overview: **The Oregon Health Authority released [rules](https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/displayDivisionRules.action?selectedDivision=7102) governing products, testing and training programs for Oregon’s therapeutic psilocybin program, which begins next year.

 

### March 7, 2022

[**Rhode Island - Lawmakers File Psilocybin And Broader Drug Decriminalization Bills While Legal Marijuana Momentum Increases**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/rhode-island-lawmakers-file-psilocybin-and-broader-drug-decriminalization-bills-while-legal-marijuana-momentum-increases/)

**Overview:** Rhode Island lawmakers introduced a pair of drug decriminalization bills—including one focused on psilocybin and buprenorphine that would authorize doctors to prescribe the psychedelic mushroom.

 

### February 25, 2022

[**Colorado - Colorado may be the next state to decriminalize “magic” mushrooms as new research shows potential benefits**](https://coloradosun.com/2022/02/25/mushrooms-psychedelics-legalization-attempt-colorado/)

**Overview:** New research showing the therapeutic potential of psilocybin and other psychedelics for mental health has spurred legalization efforts

 

### February 16, 2022

[**Oklahoma Lawmakers Approve Psilocybin Decriminalization And Research Bill In Committee**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/oklahoma-lawmakers-approve-psilocybin-decriminalization-and-research-bill-in-committee/#:~:text=Oklahoma%20Lawmakers%20Approve%20Psilocybin%20Decriminalization%20And%20Research%20Bill%20In%20Committee,-Published&text=Oklahoma%20lawmakers%20on%20Wednesday%20approved,therapeutic%20potential%20of%20the%20psychedelic.)

**Overview:** Oklahoma lawmakers pass a bill in committee to decriminalize low-level possession and promote research for therapeutic potential

 

### February 9, 2022

[**Maryland - Senate Bill Would Provide ‘Cost-Free Access’ To Psychedelics For Military Veterans**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/maryland-senate-bill-would-provide-cost-free-access-to-psychedelics-for-military-veterans/)

**Overview:** A group of Maryland senators recently [filed a bill](https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1367?ys=2022RS#:~:text=Establishing%20the%20Post%2DTraumatic%20Stress,disorder%20in%20veterans%3B%20and%20requiring) that would create a state fund that could be used to provide free access to psychedelics like psilocybin, MDMA and ketamine for military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), while also supporting research into their therapeutic potential.

 

### February 8, 2022

[**Missouri - Why there’s a push to legalize psychedelic drug therapy in Missouri**](https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/why-theres-a-push-to-legalize-psychedelic-drug-therapy-in-missouri/)

**Overview:** The bill before the Missouri legislature would legalize psychedelic medications that are now outlawed under the right to try law for investigational drugs.

 

### February 4, 2022

[**Massachusetts - Worcester to Discuss Decriminalizing Psychedelic Fungi, Plants**](https://patch.com/massachusetts/worcester/worcester-discuss-decriminalizing-psychedelic-fungi-plants)

**Overview:** Worcester’s Human Rights Commission will hear from Bay Staters for Natural Medicine on possible decriminalization.

 

### February 1, 2022

[**Maine - legislators weigh pros and cons of legalizing limited medical use of psilocybin**](https://www.wmtw.com/article/maine-legislators-weigh-pros-and-cons-of-legalizing-limited-medical-use-of-psilocybin/38956076#)

**Overview:** Summary of the hearing on [LD1582](https://legislature.maine.gov/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=SP0496&item=1&snum=130) to legalize psilocybin for limited therapeutic use

 

### January 18, 2022

[**Kansas - Controversial Lawmaker Files Bill To Legalize Psilocybin Possession And Cultivation**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/controversial-kansas-lawmaker-files-bill-to-legalize-psilocybin-possession-and-cultivation/#:~:text=Possessing%20more%20than%20100%20grams,a%20one%20month%20in%20jail.)

**Overview:** Bill to decriminalize possession and cultivation would remove criminal penalties for possessing up to 50 grams of psilocybin or psilocin or cultivating the psychedelic compounds. Possession of more than 50 grams but less than 100 grams would be a civil offense punishable by a maximum $250 fine. Possessing more than 100 grams of the psychedelic would be considered a Class C misdemeanor, carrying a fine of up to $500 and a one month in jail.

 

### January 17, 2022

[**Utah - Should Utah legalize 'magic mushrooms'? Bill would create psychedelic task force**](https://www.ksl.com/article/50329031/should-utah-legalize-magic-mushrooms-bill-would-create-psychedelic-task-force)

**Overview:** A Utah lawmaker wants the state to consider legalizing psychedelic drugs — sometimes referred to as "magic mushrooms" — for those with certain mental health issues.

 

### January 14, 2022

[**Virginia - Lawmakers propose decriminalizing psychedelic mushrooms**](https://www.virginiamercury.com/blog-va/virginia-lawmakers-propose-decriminalizing-psychedelic-mushrooms/)

**Overview:** Three Virginia lawmakers have introduced legislation that would end felony penalties for possession of psychedelic mushrooms, citing the drug’s [growing acceptance](https://www.statnews.com/2021/11/09/largest-psilocybin-trial-finds-psychedelic-effective-treating-serious-depression/) in medicinal contexts.

### January 13, 2022

[**Missouri Patients Could Use Psychedelic Treatments Under New GOP ‘Right-to-Try’ Bill**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/missouri-patients-could-use-psychedelic-treatments-under-new-gop-right-to-try-bill/)

**Overview:** Rep. Michael Davis filed legislation to give residents with serious illnesses legal access to psilocybin and other psychedelics. Bill would align Missouri statute with federal “right-to-try” law (passed by Congress and signed by President Trump in 2018).

 

### January 6, 2022

[**Psilocybin Services Would Be Legalized In Washington State Under New Bill**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/psilocybin-services-would-be-legalized-in-washington-state-under-new-bill/)

**Overview:** Provides details on S.B. 5660, The Psilocybin Wellness and Opportunity Act, which has been proposed by the State Senate. If passed, the bill would decriminalize psilocybin at the state level.

 

### December 29, 2021

[**New Hampshire -  Lawmakers File Psilocybin And Broader Drug Decriminalization Bills For 2022**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/new-hampshire-lawmakers-file-psilocybin-and-broader-drug-decriminalization-bills-for-2022/)

**Overview:** Bills to decriminalize psilocybin mushrooms and more widely reduce penalties for non-violent drug offenses have been pre-filed for the 2022 session.

 

### December 17, 2021

<https://www.marijuanamoment.net/activists-file-colorado-ballot-initiatives-to-legalize-psychedelics-and-establish-healing-center-program/>**[Colorado - Activists File Colorado Ballot Initiatives to Legalize Psychedelics and Establish ‘Healing Center’ Program](https://coloradosun.com/2022/02/25/mushrooms-psychedelics-legalization-attempt-colorado/)**

**Overview:** New Approach PAC filed two ballot measures to get on the 2022 ballot. The first would legalize possession, cultivation of an array of entheogenic substances, as well as establish a regulatory model for psychedelics therapy. The second is similar but a somewhat dialed-back proposal that would initially legalize psilocybin and psilocin alone for personal adult use while also allowing for the sale and administration in a therapeutic setting.

 

### December 14, 2021

[**New York - Lawmaker Files Bill To Legalize Medical Psilocybin Treatments, With Focus On First Responders And Veterans**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/new-york-lawmaker-files-bill-to-legalize-medical-psilocybin-treatments-with-focus-on-first-responders-and-veterans/)

**Overview:** Bill introduced to legalize psilocybin mushrooms for medical purposes and establish facilities where the psychedelic could be grown and administered to patients.

 

### December 3, 2021

[**Alaska - Are Psychedelics Legal in Alaska?**](https://tripsitter.com/legal/usa/alaska/)

**Overview:** Possessing psilocybin mushrooms is illegal but possessing the spores is legal because they do not contain the psychoactive illegal chemical, psilocybin itself.

 

### November 15, 2021

[**Pennsylvania - Bill on magic mushrooms aims to make Pa. a national leader in psychedelic research**](https://www.inquirer.com/business/health/psilocybin-research-pennsylvania-veterans-ptsd-depression-suicide-20211115.html)

**Overview:** Details how HB1959 would impact psilocybin in Pennsylvania

 

### October 21, 2021

<https://www.wbur.org/news/2021/10/21/easthampton-psychedelic-plant-decriminalization>**[Massachusetts - Easthampton is the fourth city in Mass. to vote to decriminalize psychedelics](https://patch.com/massachusetts/worcester/worcester-discuss-decriminalizing-psychedelic-fungi-plants)**

**Overview:** Easthampton is now the fourth city in Massachusetts to vote to decriminalize the possession and use of psychedelic plants.

 

### October 15, 2021

[**Connecticut - Why Connecticut formed a task force to study ‘magic’ mushrooms**](https://www.ctinsider.com/news/article/Why-Connecticut-formed-task-force-to-study-16535389.php)

**Overview:** More about the task force to study psilocybin and growing recreational interest.

 

### October 14, 2021

[**Colorado - Psychedelic mushrooms: Denver panel to release report, push for further decriminalization**](https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/local-news/psychedelic-mushrooms-denver-panel-to-release-report-push-for-further-decriminalization)

**Overview:** Denver Psilocybin Policy Review Panel asks to consider expanding decriminalization to include gifting and sharing in consumption, to allow for communal use.

 

### October 4, 2021

[**Seattle Becomes Largest U.S. City To Decriminalize Psychedelics**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/seattle-becomes-largest-u-s-city-to-decriminalize-psychedelics/)

**Overview:** Seattle City Council deprioritized cultivation and sharing of psilocybin and other psychedelic substances.

 

### September 16, 2021

[**California - California Activists Cleared to College Signatures for Psilocybin Legalization Ballot Initiative**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/california-activists-cleared-to-collect-signatures-for-psilocybin-legalization-ballot-initiative/)

**Overview:** Statewide initiative to decriminalize psilocybin is approved for signature collection to get the question on the 2022 ballot.

 

### September 28, 2021

[**Michigan - Grand Rapids stopping short of decriminalizing psychedelic mushrooms, plants**](https://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/2021/09/grand-rapids-stopping-short-of-decriminalizing-psychedelic-mushrooms-plants.html)

**Overview:** Grand Rapids City Commission gave initial approval to a resolution supporting the ongoing low prioritization of local law enforcement efforts against those using or possessing psychoactive plants and fungi *but does not* outline support or law enforcement deprioritization for those who plant, cultivate, purchase, transport or distribute entheogens.

 

### September 13, 2021

[**Michigan - Lawmaker Introduces Psychedelics Decriminalization Bill**](https://www.forbes.com/sites/ajherrington/2021/09/13/michigan-lawmaker-introduces-psychedelics-decriminalization-bill/?sh=48ad7cc45f7f)

**Overview:** Discusses Michigan State Senate Bill 0631 (2021) to decriminalize psychedelics.

 

### September 3, 2021

[**Vermont - Psychedelic drugs in Vermont: A grassroots push for legalization picks up on lawmakers' effort**](https://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/story/news/2021/09/03/psychedelic-drug-legalization-vermont-psilocybin-magic-mushrooms-peyote-ayahuasca-kratom/5711014001/)

**Overview:** As a January 2020 bill to decriminalize certain hallucinogenic drugs in Vermont currently sits [in committee](https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2020/H.878), a grassroots [petition](https://www.change.org/p/rhode-island-legalize-psychedelics-for-mental-health-in-rhode-island?utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=custom_url&recruited_by_id=cdadd180-d2e0-11eb-8d8c-cfc42b70fed5) was recently started to "legalize psychedelics for mental health in Vermont."

 

### August 5, 2021

[**Indiana - Reverie Psychedelics and Indiana Health Group Partner to Develop World-Class Psychedelic Research Center**](https://apnews.com/press-release/prcom/health-indiana-94774c7e98ac0d61105e2425221667d6)

**Overview:** The partnership between Reverie Psychedelics and Indiana Health Group provides Reverie access to leading psychiatrics, psychologists, and other mental health providers within IHG. The development of a Reverie Psychedelic Research Center with IHG will provide qualifying individuals access to leading clinical trials in the psychedelic sector.

 

### June 18, 2021 

[**Alabama - UAB researcher receives federal grant for psychedelic study**](https://www.apr.org/news/2021-10-25/uab-researcher-receives-federal-grant-for-psychedelic-study)

**Overview:** “UAB’s Dr. Peter Hendricks received the first federal grant for psychedelics research in 50 years. He hopes to prove that psilocybin can help with addiction.” Research could begin in 2022.

 

### June 8, 2021

[**Connecticut - Governor Signs Psychedelics Study Measure As He Awaits Marijuana Legalization Bill**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/connecticut-governor-signs-psychedelics-study-measure-as-he-awaits-marijuana-legalization-bill/)

**Overview:** The governor of Connecticut signed legislation that includes language requiring the state to carry out a study into the therapeutic potential of psilocybin mushrooms.

 

### June 23, 2021

[**Texas - The Latest State to Legalize Psychedelic Medical Research**](https://news.bloomberglaw.com/health-law-and-business/texas-the-latest-state-to-legalize-psychedelic-medical-research)

**Overview:** Texas enacted a law allowing research into how psilocybin, the active ingredient in “magic mushrooms” might help people with post-traumatic stress disorder.

 

### May 8, 2019

[**Colorado - Denver voters narrowly pass ‘magic mushroom’ measure**](https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/local-news/denver-voters-narrowly-pass-magic-mushroom-measure)

**Overview:** Ballot passes to deprioritize in Denver

 

### May 5, 2020

[**New York - May Be the Next State to Decriminalize Psilocybin Shrooms**](https://merryjane.com/news/new-york-may-be-the-next-state-to-decriminalize-psilocybin-shrooms)

**Overview:** Bill introduced that would remove psilocybin from the state’s list of controlled substances.

 

### April 29, 2021

[**Maine - Proposal Would Legalize Psilocybin Mushroom Therapy For Adults, No Medical Diagnosis Needed**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/maine-proposal-would-legalize-psilocybin-mushroom-therapy-for-adults-no-medical-diagnosis-needed/)

**Overview:** Bill LD1582 introduced in Maine to legalize psilocybin for therapeutic use.

 

### April 8, 2021

[**Maine - Lawmakers File Bill To Decriminalize Possession Of All Drugs**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/maine-lawmakers-file-bill-to-decriminalize-possession-of-all-drugs/)

Overview: Bill introduced to decriminalize drug possession. It would make possession of a controlled substance a civil penalty punishable by a $100 fine without the threat of jail time

 

### April 2, 2021

<https://www.marijuanamoment.net/third-massachusetts-city-approves-psychedelics-decriminalization-measure/>**[Massachusetts - ](https://patch.com/massachusetts/worcester/worcester-discuss-decriminalizing-psychedelic-fungi-plants)Third Massachusetts City Approves Psychedelics Decriminalization Measure**

**Overview:** Northampton City Council approves a resolution to deprioritize use and possession of entheogenic plants and fungi.

 

### March 15, 2021

[**DC - D.C. Psychedelics Decriminalization Initiative Officially Takes Effect**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/d-c-psychedelics-decriminalization-initiative-officially-takes-effect/)

**Overview:** Possession and use of entheogenic plants and fungi will be among the District’s lowest law enforcement priorities. 

 

### March 8, 2021

[**Iowa - a peculiar coalition to legalize psychedelic drugs**](https://www.thegazette.com/staff-columnists/in-iowa-a-peculiar-coalition-to-legalize-psychedelic-drugs/)

**Overview:** About Iowa’s push to decriminalize psilocybin

 

### February 24, 2021

[**Hawaii - Push to legalize ‘magic mushrooms’ dies**](https://www.staradvertiser.com/2021/02/24/hawaii-news/push-to-legalize-magic-mushrooms-dies/)

**Overview:** State health officials said that while psilocybin might benefit mental health disorders, the circumstances for safe and effective administration aren’t proven, and that the Health Department isn’t the appropriate agency to set up treatment centers.

 

### February 10, 2021

[**Iowa - GOP Lawmaker Makes Another Push To Decriminalize Psilocybin Mushrooms**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/iowa-gop-lawmaker-makes-another-push-to-decriminalize-psilocybin-mushrooms/)

**Overview:** Iowa lawmaker filed a bill to remove psilocybin from the list of controlled substance

 

### February 5, 2021

[**New Jersey - Governor Signs Psilocybin Bill To Immediately Reduce Penalties For Possession**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/new-jersey-governor-signs-psilocybin-bill-to-immediately-reduce-penalties-for-possession/)

**Overview:** New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) signed a psilocybin reform bill into law on Thursday, immediately reclassifying possession of up to an ounce of psychedelic-containing mushrooms as a disorderly persons offense.

 

### January 15, 2021

[**Florida - Lawmaker Introducing Psilocybin Mushroom Legalization**](https://www.forbes.com/sites/chrisroberts/2021/01/15/exclusive-legal-mushrooms-on-the-east-coast-florida-lawmaker-introducing-psilocybin-legalization/?sh=3802d73e6191)

**Overview:** Bill filed that would establish a legal psilocybin model for therapeutic use in the state, similar to [an initiative that Oregon voters approved](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/oregon-voters-approve-initiative-to-legalize-psilocybin-mushroom-therapy/) in November. It also seeks to deprioritize criminal enforcement against a wide range of psychedelic plants and fungi.

 

### January 12, 2021

[**Michigan - Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office, Policy 2021-06: Policy Regarding Entheogenic Plants**](https://www.washtenaw.org/3298/Entheogenic-Plants-Policy)

**Overview:** “The Washtenaw County Prosecuting Attorney agrees with and supports the City Council resolution. Accordingly, it is [the policy](https://www.washtenaw.org/DocumentCenter/View/19155/Entheogenic-Plants-Policy) of the Prosecutor’s Office not to prosecute entheogenic plant use, growth, and possession across Washtenaw County.”

 

### November 4, 2020

[**Oregon - Becomes first state to legalize magic mushrooms as more states ease drug laws in ‘psychedelic renaissance’**](https://www.cnbc.com/2020/11/04/oregon-becomes-first-state-to-legalize-magic-mushrooms-as-more-states-ease-drug-laws.html)

**Overview:**Oregon became the first state to legalize the active ingredient in so-called magic mushrooms on an election night that saw more states ease restrictions on drugs across the country. Oregon’s Measure 109 will give legal access to psilocybin, the main active ingredient in “magic mushrooms,” for mental health treatment in supervised settings. Through Measure 110, Oregon decriminalizes the possession of small amounts of some hard drugs, including heroin and LSD. Instead of criminal prosecution, people in possession would face a $100 fine, which can be waived if the person agrees to pursue treatment, according to the measure

 

### March 13, 2020

[**Hawaii - Lawmakers Introduce Plan To Study Psychedelic Mushrooms With Goal Of Legalizing Access**](https://www.marijuanamoment.net/hawaii-lawmakers-introduce-plan-to-study-psychedelic-mushrooms-with-goal-of-legalizing-access/)

**Overview:** A pair of Hawaii lawmakers is pushing to explore the therapeutic potential of psychedelic mushrooms, introducing legislation that could one day make psilocybin-based products available to medical patients in the state.

 

### October 22, 2019

[**Chicago - Council Member Calls for Decriminalization of Magic Mushrooms**](https://www.illinoispolicy.org/chicago-city-council-calls-for-decriminalization-of-magic-mushrooms/)

**Overview:** Chicago City Council introduced an advisory (non-enforceable) resolution expressing support for expanding scientific and medicinal research on organic psychedelics in Chicago, with the goal of decriminalization of adult use.

 

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## Essentials

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