H4986

Relative to therapeutic psilocybin treatment centers

Introduced·1/28/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a pilot program for therapeutic psilocybin treatment centers in Massachusetts.

The bill creates a five-site pilot program for non-profit therapeutic psilocybin treatment centers in Massachusetts, focusing on mental and physical health needs. It mandates local board of health approval for participation and requires the Department of Public Health to issue written notifications of licensure decisions within 45 days. The bill also establishes an advisory committee to recommend rules and regulations for psilocybin center operations, including decriminalization of psilocybin use for PTSD and other conditions.

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Health Care Financing Committee
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History

Jul 9

House

Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026

Jan 28

House

Reported from the committee on Public Health

Jan 28

House

New draft of H2506 and H2532