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WA SB5921
Bill
Status
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jesse Salomon
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AI Summary
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Creates the Washington Medical Use of Psilocybin Program under the Department of Health, allowing licensed clinicians to administer psilocybin to qualified patients aged 18 and older for treatment-resistant conditions
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Exempts program participants (producers, clinicians, and qualified patients) from arrest, prosecution, or penalties for psilocybin-related activities conducted in compliance with the program
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Establishes two license types: producer licenses for manufacturing psilocybin products from mushrooms, and clinician participation licenses for dispensing and administering psilocybin to patients
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Requires clinicians to maintain detailed records, use a secure electronic registry to track treatments, and store psilocybin products in locked facilities with limited access
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Takes effect July 1, 2028, and amends RCW 69.50.101 to exclude psilocybin used for medical purposes under this act from the definition of "controlled substance"
Legislative Description
Concerning psilocybin.
Last Action
Referred to Ways & Means.
2/4/2026