H.452 is a bill introduced by Representative Cina of Burlington that aims to decriminalize the possession, cultivation, and noncommercial personal use of psilocybin-containing mushrooms for adults aged 21 and older. The bill establishes the Psilocybin Therapeutic Consultation Program, which is responsible for creating an education, training, and consultation model to ensure the safe use of psilocybin. This program will be overseen by licensed health providers, including mental health professionals, physicians, and nurse practitioners, who must complete a certified training program focused on psilocybin use and safety protocols.

Licensed providers will be authorized to conduct initial health evaluations to assess the suitability of psilocybin use, facilitate guided psilocybin sessions in a controlled environment, and provide post-session integration support to enhance therapeutic outcomes. The bill emphasizes the importance of safety and proper training in the therapeutic use of psilocybin, aiming to create a structured and regulated approach to its use in Vermont.