New Mexico Medical Psilocybin Act Takes Effect - HR ALERTS
- Regina Dyerly, SHRBP, PHR
- May 27
- 1 min read
New Mexico Medical Psilocybin Act Takes Effect June 20, 2025
Effective: June 20, 2025
New Mexico’s Medical Psilocybin Act (S.B. 219) legalizes the medical use of psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain mushrooms, for qualifying conditions such as major treatment-resistant depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance use disorders. The Act directs the Department of Health to establish the Medical Use of Psilocybin Program.
Important for employers
The Act does not include employment-related provisions. Employers are not required to permit or accommodate the use of psilocybin in the workplace.
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