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MA S1113
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Cindy Friedman
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AI Summary
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Possession of 1 gram or less of psilocybin/psilocin becomes a civil violation with a $100 fine and forfeiture, replacing all criminal penalties
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Broad exemptions from civil penalties for military veterans, first responders, individuals with documented mental/physical health conditions, terminal illness, clinical research participants, and indigenous ceremonial use
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Offenders under 21 must complete a drug awareness program and 10 hours of community service; failure to comply results in a $1,000 fine with parental liability for minors
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Prohibits using possession to deny student financial aid, public housing, professional licensing, or parental rights; records do not constitute criminal offender information
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Establishes Psilocybin Fines Trust Fund administered by Department of Public Health to fund harm reduction grants to qualifying nonprofits (budgets under $500,000), with 50% of grants reserved for organizations under $200,000 annual budget
Legislative Description
Relative to removing criminal penalties for limited psilocybin possession
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2930
1/29/2026