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Decriminalization, Legalization, & Rescheduling Efforts
Seattle Legalizes Psychedelics
THE SEATTLE MEDIUM
Proponents of the legalization of psychedelics has won a victory. Seattle’s City Council approved a resolution Monday to decriminalize a wide range of activities around psychedelic drugs, including the cultivation and sharing of psilocybin mushrooms, ayahuasca, ibogaine and non-peyote-derived mescaline.
Proponents of the legalization of psychedelics has won a victory. Seattle’s City Council approved a resolution Monday to decriminalize a wide range of activities around psychedelic drugs, including the cultivation and sharing of psilocybin mushrooms, ayahuasca, ibogaine and non-peyote-derived mescaline.
Virginia House Committee Pushes Back Psychedelics Decriminalization Bill Until 2023, But Senate Proposal Still Pending
MARIJUANA MOMENT
A bill to decriminalize a wide array of psychedelics in Virginia was taken up by a House of Delegates panel on Monday, only to be pushed off until 2023. But there’s still a separate but similar reform proposal that’s pending in the Senate. Advocates were hopeful that a House Courts of Justice subcom…
A bill to decriminalize a wide array of psychedelics in Virginia was taken up by a House of Delegates panel on Monday, only to be pushed off until 2023. But there’s still a separate but similar reform proposal that’s pending in the Senate. Advocates were hopeful that a House Courts of Justice subcom…
Washington state could legalize psychedelic mushrooms for depression treatment
UNION BULLETIN
State Sen. Jesse Salomon is sponsoring a bill that would legalize psilocybin-assisted therapy for Washingtonians 21 and older.
State Sen. Jesse Salomon is sponsoring a bill that would legalize psilocybin-assisted therapy for Washingtonians 21 and older.
Red Light Holland to Collaborate with Advocacy Group, Psychedelic Medicine Alliance Washington to Promote Proposed Psilocybin Legalization Bill in Washington State
PSILOCYBIN ALPHA
Proposed Senate Bill 5660 would legalize the supported adult use of psilocybin by people 21 years of age and older (4.1m) in Washington State Red Light Holland hires lobbyist recommended by…
Proposed Senate Bill 5660 would legalize the supported adult use of psilocybin by people 21 years of age and older (4.1m) in Washington State Red Light Holland hires lobbyist recommended by…
Oklahoma Republicans File Bills To Decriminalize Psilocybin And Encourage Research On Medical Benefits
MARIJUANA MOMENT
Two Republican Oklahoma lawmakers recently filed bills meant to promote research into the therapeutic potential of psilocybin, and one of the measures would further decriminalize low-level possession of the psychedelic. Reps. Daniel Pae (R) and Logan Phillips (R) introduced the legislation last week…
Two Republican Oklahoma lawmakers recently filed bills meant to promote research into the therapeutic potential of psilocybin, and one of the measures would further decriminalize low-level possession of the psychedelic. Reps. Daniel Pae (R) and Logan Phillips (R) introduced the legislation last week…
Oregon Psilocybin Services Act (M109)
First of its kind: psilocybin therapy program continuing to take shape in Oregon
NEWS 10 - MEDFORD, OR
The first psilocybin therapy program in the nation is continuing to round into form in Oregon, with monthly meetings of the advisory board. Wednesday’s meeting was led off with a presentation by Business Oregon, the economic development arm of the state. Its aim is to find ways to encourage small bu…
The first psilocybin therapy program in the nation is continuing to round into form in Oregon, with monthly meetings of the advisory board. Wednesday’s meeting was led off with a presentation by Business Oregon, the economic development arm of the state. Its aim is to find ways to encourage small bu…
Oregon Lawmakers File Psilocybin Equity Bill As State Implements Legal Use Program
MARIJUANA MOMENT
As Oregon prepares to implement a first-of-its-kind legal psilocybin services program, lawmakers have taken a proactive step to ensure that equity is built into the policy change with a new bill. The bicameral measure from Sen. Lawrence Spence (D) and Rep. Wlnsvey Campos (D) would create a 15-member…
As Oregon prepares to implement a first-of-its-kind legal psilocybin services program, lawmakers have taken a proactive step to ensure that equity is built into the policy change with a new bill. The bicameral measure from Sen. Lawrence Spence (D) and Rep. Wlnsvey Campos (D) would create a 15-member…
Oregon Voters Legalized Psilocybin Use. But What About Microdosing?
WILLAMETTE WEEK
As some of the experts chosen to usher Oregon into the age of psilocybin mushroom therapy sat down last week for a Zoom meeting, two of them had a bone to pick.
As some of the experts chosen to usher Oregon into the age of psilocybin mushroom therapy sat down last week for a Zoom meeting, two of them had a bone to pick.
Microdosing Under the Oregon Psilocybin Services Act: A Definite Maybe
EMERGE LAW GROUP
The issue of whether microdosing will be permissible under the Oregon Psilocybin Services Act has been a relatively hot topic lately. In December 2021, the Oregon Health Authority held a series of public listening sessions over three successive nights, and several members of the public raised the issue of microdosing. The OHA did not answer…
The issue of whether microdosing will be permissible under the Oregon Psilocybin Services Act has been a relatively hot topic lately. In December 2021, the Oregon Health Authority held a series of public listening sessions over three successive nights, and several members of the public raised the issue of microdosing. The OHA did not answer…
Right to Try
Congressman Blasts DEA Over Psychedelics Scheduling At Event With Former GOP Colleague
MARIJUANA MOMENT
If the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) isn’t going to take steps for facilitate research into the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, it needs to get out of the way as lawmakers consider reform, a congressman says. Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and former Republican Rep. Ryan Costello (R-PA)…
If the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) isn’t going to take steps for facilitate research into the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, it needs to get out of the way as lawmakers consider reform, a congressman says. Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and former Republican Rep. Ryan Costello (R-PA)…
Research, Therapy & Science
Lawmakers Propose Study of Natural Psychedelics for Mental Health Use
WESTWORD
Colorado lawmakers have introduced a bill that would create a panel to study the nexus of natural psychedelics and mental health treatment.
Colorado lawmakers have introduced a bill that would create a panel to study the nexus of natural psychedelics and mental health treatment.
Business
Psychedelics Today Launches Vital: 12-Month Immersive and Inclusive Psychedelic Certificate Training for Professionals
PSYCHEDELICS TODAY
Psychedelic education and digital media leaders, Psychedelics Today, today announced the launch of Vital, a holistic, immersive 12-month certificate program focused on the elements of psychedelic therapy and integration for professionals. Designed for medical professionals, psychotherapists, coaches, nurses, and complementary health practitioners who are called to incorporate psychedelics safely and ethically into their existing practice, the Vital curriculum is made up of five core modules, two electives, six experiential retreat options (one required) and a final integration project.
Psychedelic education and digital media leaders, Psychedelics Today, today announced the launch of Vital, a holistic, immersive 12-month certificate program focused on the elements of psychedelic therapy and integration for professionals. Designed for medical professionals, psychotherapists, coaches, nurses, and complementary health practitioners who are called to incorporate psychedelics safely and ethically into their existing practice, the Vital curriculum is made up of five core modules, two electives, six experiential retreat options (one required) and a final integration project.
Culture
Survey Finds Majority of Affected Americans Approve of Psychedelics to Treat Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
PHARMACY TIMES
Nearly two-thirds of respondents had residual feelings of anxiety, depression, or PTSD after using prescription medications.
Nearly two-thirds of respondents had residual feelings of anxiety, depression, or PTSD after using prescription medications.
Psychedelic-laced beer may have helped this ancient South American empire rule
CNN
Beer laced with hallucinogenic drugs may have helped a South American culture maintain their political control for hundreds of years, according to new research.
Beer laced with hallucinogenic drugs may have helped a South American culture maintain their political control for hundreds of years, according to new research.
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