Alert: Oregon Confirms Psilocybin & Medical Cannabis Program Merger, Proposes Licensing Fee Doubling

Oregon Health Authority has confirmed the merger of the state's psilocybin and medical cannabis programs by September 1, 2026, as a cost-cutting measure. This consolidation is accompanied by a proposal to double licensing fees for psilocybin service centers, manufacturers, and facilitators. Businesses operating or planning to operate within Oregon's psilocybin sector should anticipate significant operational and financial adjustments due to these confirmed regulatory changes.

Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has confirmed plans to merge its psilocybin and medical cannabis programs into a single regulatory section by September 1, 2026. This decision aims to address budget shortfalls by cutting costs and increasing revenue. A key part of this strategy includes a proposed doubling of licensing fees for psilocybin service centers, manufacturers, and facilitators.

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