To the Governor: Vermont Bill Would Authorize Overdose Prevention Centers Despite Federal Prohibition
MONTPELIER, Vt. (May 8, 2024) – Yesterday, the Vermont House gave final approval to a bill that would authorize the establishment of “overdose prevention centers” in the state despite federal law prohibiting the same. Rep. Taylor Small and a large...
Vermont Bill Would Legalize Psilocybin Despite Federal Prohibition
MONTPELIER, Vt. (Mar. 7, 2023) – A bill filed in the Vermont State House would legalize the use of psilocybin – the psychotropic substance in “magic mushrooms,” setting the stage to nullify federal prohibition of the same in practice and effect. A...
Vermont Bill Would Ban No-Knock Warrants
MONTPELIER, Vt. (Feb. 24, 2023) – A bill introduced in the Vermont Senate would ban “no-knock” warrants and raids, and take a step toward nullifying several Supreme Court opinions in practice and effect. A group of 9 Democrats led by Sen. Kesha Ram Hinsdale (D)...