Louisiana Kratom Ban Enacted
Louisiana becomes the first state in years to ban kratom, despite expert testimony and FDA-backed research. Learn how misinformation led to this sweeping prohibition and...
Louisiana Kratom Ban Enacted
Louisiana becomes the first state in years to ban kratom, despite expert testimony and FDA-backed research. Learn how misinformation led to this sweeping prohibition and...
Legislators Pass Kratom Ban in Connecticut
Connecticut lawmakers passed a bill to schedule kratom, marking the second state ban in 2025. Advocates are calling for science-backed regulation instead.
Legislative Update: Texas Squashes Ban Bill As Colorado and Mississippi Target 7-OH Products
In this 2025 legislative roundup, Texas blocks a proposed kratom ban, Colorado updates its regulatory framework, and Mississippi targets synthetic 7-OH products. Lawmakers across these...
Connecticut Lawmakers Pass Bill Scheduling Kratom as Part of Cannabis Reforms
A new Connecticut bill schedules kratom alongside cannabis reforms, raising concern among advocates. The bill awaits the governor’s decision as consumers push back against the...
Nebraska Passes Kratom Consumer Protection Act, Shuts Down Proposed Ban
Nebraska just passed one of the nation’s most comprehensive kratom regulations, shutting down a proposed ban and joining 15 other states in protecting consumers. Discover...
Indonesia Announces First Kratom Exports Under New Regulations
Indonesia has officially launched its first kratom exports under new national regulations, aiming to support small farmers and improve global kratom quality standards.
Louisiana One Step Away From Enacting Kratom Ban
A kratom ban in Louisiana has passed the state legislature and now awaits the governor’s signature. Advocates urge action to stop SB 154 before it...
South Carolina Lawmaker Reverses Course to Help State Pass Kratom Regulations
South Carolina joins 15 other states in passing a Kratom Consumer Protection Act. Discover how bipartisan support helped the law move forward—and what it regulates.
Missouri’s Fourth Attempt to Regulate Kratom Passes in House
Missouri’s House advances HB 1037 to regulate kratom, tackling synthetic additives and ensuring safer products as lawmakers push for long-awaited protections.
Tennessee House of Representatives advances resolution opposing kratom, eyes ‘outright ban’
Tennessee lawmakers advance a resolution opposing kratom, signaling possible efforts to ban the plant despite existing age restrictions and failed KCPA attempts.