Georgia’s New Kratom Laws Take Effect As Some Praise, Others Question Approach
Georgia’s new kratom law, effective Jan. 1, 2025, establishes strict regulations on kratom products but lacks state enforcement mechanisms. With local authorities responsible for implementation,...
Georgia’s New Kratom Laws Take Effect As Some Praise, Others Question Approach
Georgia’s new kratom law, effective Jan. 1, 2025, establishes strict regulations on kratom products but lacks state enforcement mechanisms. With local authorities responsible for implementation,...
North Dakota Beats Back Proposed Kratom Ban Due to Federal Inconsistencies
North Dakota rejected a proposed kratom ban after lawmakers questioned the lack of scientific evidence and inconsistent federal guidance. With concerns over outdated claims and...
New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners Endorses Regulating Kratom Over Proposed Ban
In a significant decision, the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners endorsed regulating kratom under the Kratom Consumer Protection Act (KCPA) over a proposed ban....
Kratom Year in Review 2024: A Billion Dollar Industry and Growing
2024 was a landmark year for kratom as it became a billion-dollar industry. Federal and state actions shifted toward regulation, while local debates highlighted misinformation....
Ponchatoula Expands Local Kratom Ban in Lousiana Behind Scare Tactics, Misinformation
Ponchatoula, Louisiana, joins a growing list of municipalities banning kratom, relying on misinformation and scare tactics. While advocates emphasize the importance of proper regulation over...
Kratom Ban in Lowell Brings the Local-Level Debate to Massachusetts
Lowell, Massachusetts, voted to ban kratom sales, despite the growing push for regulation and new research showing the benefits and safety of the plant. While...
Solana Beach Opts for Kratom Age Limit Instead of Outright Ban
In a significant move for kratom access, Solana Beach has opted for regulation rather than prohibition, restricting kratom sales to individuals over 21 years old....
Ouachita Parish Adds Another Kratom Ban to Louisiana’s Patchwork of Regulations
Ouachita Parish has become the latest Louisiana jurisdiction to ban the sale of kratom, following a 4-1 vote by the Police Jury after two contentious...
Tangipahoa Parish Listens to Law Enforcement Over Science, Bans Kratom
Tangipahoa Parish banned kratom in a unanimous vote, disregarding science in favor of law enforcement claims. Despite public pushback and testimonies highlighting misinformation, the council...
Iowa City Council Pulls U-Turn, Decides to Defer Kratom Ban
The Iowa City Council voted to defer a proposed kratom ban, shifting towards state-level regulation instead. After public testimony from medical experts, the council acknowledged...
