H2203
An Act establishing a pilot program for access to regulated psilocybin
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to create a pilot program in Massachusetts to provide regulated access to psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound. The program would initially focus on adults diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other specified mental health conditions. It aims to explore the potential therapeutic benefits of psilocybin under controlled medical supervision.
Key provisions
- Establish a pilot program for psilocybin services.
- Initially target adults with PTSD and other specified conditions.
- Require the Department of Public Health to oversee the program.
- Regulate access to psilocybin to ensure safety and quality.
- Allow for the use of psilocybin in a clinical setting.
Who is affected
- Adults with PTSD
- Adults with other specified mental health conditions
- Massachusetts residents
- Department of Public Health
- Healthcare providers
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Primary sponsor
Marjorie C. Decker
Cosponsors
Estela A. Reyes
Marjorie C. Decker
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Bill H.2203 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a pilot program for access to regulated psilocybin
By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2203) of Marjorie C. Decker for legislation to authorize the Department of Public Health to establish a pilot program for psilocybin services for adults with post-traumatic stress disorder and other specified conditions. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Marjorie C. Decker Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Health Care Financing
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2203
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/31/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/9/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/23/2026 | House | Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
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