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This bill establishes a new legal provision in New Hampshire that decriminalizes the possession and use of psilocybin (a psychedelic substance commonly found in certain mushrooms) for individuals who are 21 years of age or older. Specifically, the bill amends the existing drug control statute (RSA 318-B) to create a new section that explicitly states it will not be considered an offense for adults 21 and older to obtain, purchase, transport, possess, or use psilocybin. Conversely, the bill maintains penalties for individuals under 21 who engage with psilocybin, which would still be subject to existing legal consequences under RSA 318-B:26. The legislation is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, giving state agencies and legal systems time to prepare for the change. While the fiscal note indicates that the bill's financial impact is currently indeterminable, it suggests potential modifications to judicial and correctional system processes related to drug-related offenses.

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