AN ACT ALLOWING THE USE OF PSILOCYBIN FOR MEDICINAL AND THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES.
HB 5456 would amend state laws to permit the use of psilocybin (a compound found in certain mushrooms) for medical and therapeutic treatments. It specifically allows healthcare providers to offer psilocybin-based care for physical, mental, or behavioral health conditions under a legal framework. This bill would directly affect patients seeking alternative therapies and healthcare professionals providing such treatments. The policy change establishes a regulated pathway for psilocybin use in clinical settings, separate from recreational or non-medical applications.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 17, 2025
Last action Jan 17, 2025
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REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Public Health
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