Kansas Kratom Ban: A Last-Minute Ban Just Appeared in HB 2365 — Act Today
A total kratom ban was quietly added to an unrelated Kansas bill during a short-notice conference committee. HB 2365 would criminalize natural kratom overnight with...
Kansas Kratom Ban: A Last-Minute Ban Just Appeared in HB 2365 — Act Today
A total kratom ban was quietly added to an unrelated Kansas bill during a short-notice conference committee. HB 2365 would criminalize natural kratom overnight with...
What Does Kava Taste Like?
If you’ve ever heard people talk about kava, whether it’s at a kava bar, in a wellness group, or online, you’ve probably noticed that one...
Trying Kava for the First Time? Here’s What to Expect
If you’ve been hearing more about kava lately, you’re not alone. This centuries-old South Pacific drink has found its way into modern wellness circles, kava...
Connecticut Hearing Challenges Proposed Kratom Ban
Connecticut lawmakers are rethinking a proposed kratom ban after a seven-hour public hearing drew over 100 testimonies. Advocates, including the American Kratom Association and researchers...
California Authorities Seize $5 Million in Kratom Products As Part of Recent Crackdown
California authorities have seized over $5 million in kratom products, citing food-additive laws despite no specific kratom legislation. The crackdown, led by the CDPH, has...
World Health Organization’s Review of Coca Leaves Could Have Ripple Effect for Natural Products
The World Health Organization’s review of coca leaves could mark a turning point for natural products worldwide. Supported by Bolivia and Colombia, the review challenges...
Kratom Regulation at the Local Level - October 2025 Update
Kratom regulations continue to evolve across the U.S., with local governments taking the lead in the absence of federal consistency. This October 2025 update covers...
Top Researcher Makes the Case for Kratom to Millions on “The Huberman Lab” Podcast
Dr. Christopher McCurdy appeared on Andrew Huberman’s popular Huberman Lab podcast to discuss kratom science, responsible use, and the push for better regulation. In front...
Florida Adds 7-Hydroxymitragynine to Schedule I Under Emergency Rule Law
Florida has enacted an emergency rule adding 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) to Schedule I, following FDA guidance. While natural kratom remains legal, the move targets enhanced products...
Ohio Sizes Up Kratom Restrictions and Regulations Amidst Pushback from Advocates
Ohio lawmakers and Toledo city officials are weighing new restrictions on kratom amid strong pushback from advocates. While Gov. DeWine and local health leaders cite...
New York Passes Kratom Age-Restriction as First Step Toward Regulation
New York lawmakers approved the state’s first kratom law, setting a 21+ age restriction but leaving broader regulation unresolved. While an attempted kratom ban failed,...