A bill that would decriminalize possession of small amounts of psilocybin in Connecticut has been scheduled for a public hearing before the Joint Judiciary Committee on March 7.
Dried psilocybin mushrooms.
House Bill 7065 would remove criminal penalties for individuals found in possession of less than half an ounce of psilocybin, the psychedelic compound in magic mushrooms. 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.
The bill also proposes changes to state statutes related to drug paraphernalia, ensuring that possessing items used to consume psilocybin would no longer be treated as a criminal offense.
If enacted, the bill would take effect on October 1, 2025.
During the hearing on March 7, members of the public will be given an opportunity to voice their opinion on the proposal. A hearing is typically required before a committee can vote on a proposal.
House Bill 7065 is one of two psilocybin-related measures under consideration in Connecticut. A separate bill, House Bill 6380, introduced by State Rep. Joshua Elliott (D), would also decriminalize psilocybin and has been assigned to the Judiciary Committee.
