H1726

Relative to criminal disposition of limited psilocybin possession offenses

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1726 proposes to dismiss simple psilocybin possession charges if no harm resulted and certain conditions are met.

Massachusetts H1726, also known as the "No Harm No Foul Act," amends the state's criminal code to allow dismissal of simple psilocybin possession charges if no harm resulted and the defendant was over 21, not operating a vehicle, and not endangering children. This change aims to reduce the criminal consequences for limited psilocybin possession offenses under specific circumstances.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 15, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Jul 15, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order