California Bill To Legalize Possession Of Psychedelics Clears Another Hurdle But Faces Key Challenge Next Week

A Senate-passed bill to legalize possession of certain psychedelics in California cleared a procedural hurdle on Monday—but it faces another critical challenge in the Assembly next week that could decide its fate.

After passing the Senate earlier this year, the legislation from Sen. Scott Wiener (D) has moved through two Assembly committees so far. It advanced through a second reading on the chamber’s floor on Monday and was re-referred to the Assembly Appropriations Committee.

Now advocates are focusing on what happens on August 26, when the measure is expected to be considered by the panel during a “suspense hearing.”
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