Rep. Luttrell Introduces the IBOGAINE Act to Fast-Track Psychedelic Treatments for Veterans and Addiction
The IBOGAINE Act is in the early stages of the legislative process and is currently assigned to three House committees for review. Since June 29, 2026, the bill has not moved forward, and it remains stalled in committee. The House committees must take action before the bill can move to the next step.
While there is strong bipartisan support for veteran health, changing drug laws for restricted substances often faces pushback from law enforcement agencies.
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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Bipartisan House lawmakers introduced the IBOGAINE Act (H.R. 9559) to codify President Trump's executive order on psychedelic medicine. The bill mandates the Attorney General to decide on rescheduling ibogaine within 60 days and establishes a national priority voucher program for new treatments.
The newly filed IBOGAINE Act would write key provisions of President Trump's April executive order into law. It creates a federal definition for ibogaine, clarifies 'Right to Try' exemptions for seriously ill patients, and requires the DEA to revise production quotas for rescheduled compounds.
Reps. Morgan Luttrell and Lou Correa led the introduction of the IBOGAINE Act, which aims to preserve progress in psychedelic research across administrations. The bill focuses on expanding access for veterans with PTSD and requires federal agencies to partner with states on research.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
IBOGAINE Act
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