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WA SB5921

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jesse Salomon

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • Exempts program participants (producers, clinicians, and qualified patients) from arrest, prosecution, or penalties for psilocybin-related activities conducted in compliance with the program

  • Establishes two license types: producer licenses for manufacturing psilocybin products from mushrooms, and clinician participation licenses for dispensing and administering psilocybin to patients

  • Requires clinicians to maintain detailed records, use a secure electronic registry to track treatments, and store psilocybin products in locked facilities with limited access

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Ways & Means2/4/2026
Health & Long-term Care1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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