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    Vermont

    Mixed

    Last updated July 15, 2025

    This is informational only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws change frequently. Consult qualified legal counsel in Vermont for specific guidance.

    Substance-by-Substance Status

    KetamineLegal
    PsilocybinDecriminalized
    MDMATrials Only
    AyahuascaIllegal
    IbogaineIllegal

    Policies & Regulations

    Decriminalization

    ActiveEffective July 2024

    Vermont passed legislation reducing penalties for possession of small amounts of psilocybin to a civil violation. A therapeutic access framework is under legislative review. Burlington has separately deprioritized enforcement of all psychedelic possession.

    What's Allowed

    • •Ketamine therapy through licensed providers
    • •Reduced penalties for personal possession of psilocybin

    Not Allowed

    • •Commercial psilocybin services (no framework)
    • •Manufacturing or distribution

    How to Access

    1. 1.Seek ketamine therapy through licensed providers
    2. 2.Monitor legislative developments for therapeutic access

    Official Resources

    Vermont Psilocybin Decriminalization Bill

    Last updated: July 15, 2025

    Recent Changes

    July 15, 2025

    Vermont legislature introduced bill for regulated psilocybin therapy program modeled on Oregon.

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