Question 1

What is Initiative 81 in Washington DC?

Accepted Answer

Initiative 81, officially the 'Entheogenic Plant and Fungus Policy Act of 2020,' was passed by DC voters in November 2020. It makes certain non-commercial activities involving specified entheogenic plants and fungi among MPD's lowest enforcement priorities. It does not establish a commercial licensing system or override federal controlled-substance law.

Question 2

Does Initiative 81 legalize magic mushrooms in DC?

Accepted Answer

No. Initiative 81 changes local enforcement priorities for certain non-commercial activity; it does not legalize psilocybin, authorize commercial activity, establish a licensing system, or override federal controlled-substance law.

Question 3

What substances does Initiative 81 cover?

Accepted Answer

Initiative 81 concerns specified entheogenic plants and fungi and makes certain non-commercial activity involving them among MPD's lowest enforcement priorities. It should not be read as blanket legalization, commercial authorization, or an exception to federal law.