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Advocacy
SPA's formal advocacy and public positioning. Amicus briefs, comment letters, and official takes on policy positions.
Advocacy for Drug Sentencing Reform
July 14, 2024
In a comment to the U.S. Sentencing Commission, SPA highlighted the historical inequities and disproportionate harms of the Controlled Substances Act, advocating for revisions to drug sentencing guidelines that reflect fairness and respect for sincere religious practices.
Input to PATH Congressional Caucus
November 5, 2024
In a comment letter to the Congressional Psychedelics Advancing Therapies (PATH) Caucus, SPA emphasized the importance of integrating community-based spiritual frameworks into discussions on psychedelic-assisted therapies. SPA’s recommendations included recognizing the role of religious settings in fostering safe and meaningful ceremonial practices.
Amicus Brief in Support of Religious Freedom
October 18, 2023
SPA joined the Chacruna Institute in submitting an amicus brief supporting the Iowaska Church of Healing, reinforcing the right to religious exercise involving sacramental substances.