UPDATED 6/7/2023 State lawmakers who are crafting kratom legislation should hear from all American kratom consumers who may be purchasing kratom from vendors in those states, and who wish to travel freely throughout the nation. If you live in any of the states listed below, It is essential for state legislators to hear from you. …
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Lincoln, Nebraska – A battle is brewing in the heartland over the fate of kratom, a controversial plant around the globe. Here in Nebraska’s unique unicameral legislature, two starkly different bills have been introduced, leaving the future of kratom hanging in the balance. Senator Loren Lippincott, a staunch conservative Republican, has put forward a bill …
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On January 14, the North Dakota House Judiciary Committee voted against the kratom ban bill. The Do Not Pass vote prevents HB 1101 from moving forward at this time. The Committee voted 10 to 3 in opposition to the bill, with one member abstaining. On January 15, the bill went to a vote in the …
In a significant move, the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners (BME) has unanimously voted to endorse the Kratom Consumer Protection Act (KCPA) bill, S1476. This decision comes amidst ongoing debates over another bill, S3359, which seeks to criminalize kratom consumers by placing kratom on New Jersey’s list of controlled substances. “This is an …
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OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma has a complex and evolving relationship with kratom, a plant-based substance often used for its potential therapeutic benefits. The state’s regulatory path is primarily shaped by the efforts of Rep. Daniel Pae of Lawton, whose legislative initiatives have been central to the ongoing debate. Initial Attempts at Prohibition The controversy began …
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GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida, renowned for its leadership in kratom research, has launched a pioneering continuing education course for pharmacists titled “Kratom as a Popular Product for Self-Treatment: An Overview for Pharmacists.” Approved by the Florida Board of Pharmacy, this online course aims to arm pharmacists with essential knowledge to counsel consumers …
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The legal status of kratom in Connecticut has been a subject of ongoing debate and legislative attempts over the past few years. As of now, kratom remains legal in the state, but its journey through the legislative process has been anything but straightforward. In 2019, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection proposed a bill to …
In Arkansas, the journey of kratom from a traditional herbal remedy to a Schedule I controlled substance has been fraught with controversy and tragedy. The push for kratom prohibition began in 2015 when Dr. Nate Smith, then director of the Arkansas Department of Health, received a report from a doctor at an addiction treatment center …
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As a state known for its tolerance of activities that are illegal elsewhere, such as gambling and prostitution, Nevada has carved out a unique niche in American culture. The legalization of recreational marijuana on January 1, 2017, following the passage of Question 2 on the 2016 ballot, marked another progressive step for the Silver State. …
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Kratom, a plant native to Southeast Asia, has been the subject of legislative efforts in Kentucky over the years. The need for kratom legislation arose from growing concerns about the easy availability of kratom and similar substances, particularly to minors. In January 2024, an incident in Karlovy Vary where primary school children were poisoned by …
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