$50M
Allocated in Public Funding
U.S. History
Largest State Psychedelic Research Bill
100+
Veteran Advocates Engaged
Bipartisan
Sponsorship
The Impact
Why This Win Matters
Texas made history with the passage of HB 3717/SB 2308, a bipartisan bill marking the largest state investment in psychedelic research in U.S. history. VETS played a leading role in driving this legislation forward—sponsoring powerful film screenings, organizing a veteran-led lobby day, mobilizing our community, and delivering expert testimony to ensure the veteran voice was front and center.
The Path to Passage
How This Bill Became Law
- Early 2025
SB 2308 filed in the Texas Legislature
A bipartisan coalition introduces legislation to fund ibogaine clinical research for veterans.
- Spring 2025
Veteran-led lobby day and expert testimony
VETS mobilizes veteran advocates at the Capitol, sponsors film screenings, and delivers expert testimony in committee.
- May 2025
Passed both chambers
The bill clears the Texas House and Senate with bipartisan support.
- June 2025
Signed into law
Texas commits $50 million to ibogaine research — the largest state investment in psychedelic research in U.S. history.
How We Did It
VETS' Role
This milestone was made possible through VETS’ leadership in advocacy, community engagement, and policy expertise. VETS sponsored powerful film screenings, organized a veteran-led lobby day, mobilized the community, and delivered expert testimony to ensure the veteran voice was front and center.
From the Record
We're proud to lead the way in veteran-centered research. Texas is setting the standard.
State Rep. Alex Dominguez
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