A bill introduced in the Connecticut General Assembly by would decriminalize possession of small amounts of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in magic mushrooms.
House Bill 7065, sponsored by the Joint Committee on Judiciary, would remove criminal penalties for individuals found in possession of less than half an ounce of psilocybin. Under the bill, first-time offenders would face a $150 fine, while repeat offenses would result in fines ranging from $200 to $500. Law enforcement officers would still be required to seize and destroy any psilocybin found.
Additionally, the bill revises statutes related to drug paraphernalia, ensuring that possession of items used to consume psilocybin would no longer carry criminal penalties.
If enacted, the bill would take effect on October 1, 2025. The bill is currently under review by the Judiciary Committee.
A separate bill that would decriminalize psilocybin was filed last month by State Rep. Joshua Elliott (D). House Bill 6380 has also been assigned to the Judiciary Committee.
