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KS HB2465

KS HB2465
Reducing the criminal penalties for possessing, cultivating and distributing psilocyn or psilocybin.


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Introduced
01/10/2022
In Committee
01/10/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/23/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT concerning crimes, punishment and criminal procedure; enacting the legalized homegrown psilocybin mushroom act of 2022; relating to unlwaful cultivation or distribution of controlled substances; possession of controlled substances; psilocyn and psilocybin; reducing criminal penalties therefor; amending K.S.A. 2021 Supp. 21-5705 and 21-5706 and repealing the existing sections. 7 WHEREAS, The provisions of this act shall be known as the legalized homegrown psilocybin mushroom act of 2022. Now, therefore:

AI Summary

This bill, known as the Legalized Homegrown Psilocybin Mushroom Act of 2022, amends Kansas law to reduce the criminal penalties for possessing, cultivating, and distributing the controlled substances psilocyn and psilocybin. Specifically, the bill makes possession of less than 50 grams of psilocyn or psilocybin a civil penalty with a fine not exceeding $250, possession of 100 grams or more a Class C nonperson misdemeanor, and cultivation of psilocyn or psilocybin not unlawful. The bill also reduces the criminal penalties for distribution of these substances compared to other controlled substances.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

House Died in Committee (on 05/23/2022)

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