
- 5.22.2025
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Press Release: Texas Launches Largest Publicly-Funded Psychedelic Research Initiative in History with $50 Million Investment in Ibogaine
Texas becomes the first state in the nation to invest in drug development trials for ibogaine, launching the largest publicly-funded psychedelic research initiative in history and offering new hope for those suffering from substance use, trauma, and brain injury.

- 5.14.2025
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Press Release: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Leads Legislative Day of Action in Support of AB 1103 at California State Capitol
VETS Advocacy Campaign Expands to California as Efforts for Access to Life-Changing Mental Health Treatments Continue

- 5.5.2025
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PRESS RELEASE: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Announces 4th Annual Torchbearer Ball to End Veteran Suicide
On November 15, 2025, the 4th Annual Torchbearer Ball returns to the iconic Hotel del Coronado. Hosted by Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS), this black-tie gala gathers 600+ guests to honor veteran advocates, raise vital funds for psychedelic-assisted therapies, and advance the mission to end veteran suicide. This year’s Torchbearer Award will recognize filmmakers Jon Shenk and Bonni Cohen for their documentary In Waves and War, highlighting the healing journeys of Special Operations veterans.


- 6.13.2025
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Press Release: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) Applauds Texas on Passing the Largest Publicly Funded Psychedelic Research Investment in U.S. History
VETS celebrates the passage of the Texas Ibogaine Initiative—landmark legislation that allocates $100 million in public and private funding to study ibogaine-assisted therapy for PTSD, addiction, and TBI. This historic investment, driven in large part by VETS’ advocacy, positions Texas as a national leader in psychedelic research and veteran mental health care.