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South Dakota House Passes Kratom Regulation Bill: What It Means

PIERRE, S.D. — In a surprising display of bipartisan agreement, the South Dakota House of Representatives recently voted unanimously to pass a bill regulating the sale of kratom, a controversial Southeast Asian plant used for its purported stimulant and pain-relieving effects. The move comes as the state simultaneously grapples with broader reforms to its stringent …

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New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners Endorses Kratom Regulation Over Ban

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’s Journey with Kratom: Legal Hurdles and Legislative Milestones

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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Kratom Legal Status in Nevada: What You Need to Know

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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“Congressional Briefing on Kratom Science and Policy” to Be Held in Washington Dec 13 Ahead of Federal KCPA

On Wednesday December 13, 2023 at 11:30 AM- 1:00PM a Congressional Briefing on Kratom Science and Policy will be held in Capitol Visitors Center. Room 210/12, Reception Room 385, Russell Senate Office Building. Speakers include Director of NIDA Dr. Nora Volkow , Dr. Kirsten Smith of Johns Hopkins, and Dr. Mary Huestis of Thomas Jefferson …

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111. Jakub Zientala of European Kratom Alliance Returns

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Jakub Zientala is co-founder and Government Relations Manager of the European Kratom Alliance. He has appeared on KSP episodes #82 and #96. In this episode we have an update about regulation of kratom as a “psychomodular” substance in Czech Republic. We also talk about the legal status of kratom in the Netherlands and other European …

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Kratom Vendor Who Lost $11 Million Lawsuit Failed to Launch a Defense

Grow LLC, selling under the brand Kratom Distro, failed to show up in court to defend itself against the family of a Florida woman who died after ingesting “Space Dust”, a extremely strong kratom extract, sold to her by the company in a poorly labeled packet. On March 24, 2023, in the case of Devin …

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Lawsuit Awards $11 million to Family of Woman Who Died After Taking Strong Kratom Extract

Grow LLC, the company selling kratom under the vendor name “Kratom Distro”, has been ordered to pay $11 million to the family of Krystal Talavera, a Florida woman with pre-existing health conditions who died after ingesting “Space Dust”. Sold in an unlabeled package with no accompanying information, Space Dust has been reported to be an …

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Let’s Look at the New Florida Kratom Consumer Protection Act

Florida House Bill 179, the Kratom Consumer Protection Act (KCPA) was signed into law by Governor Ron Desantis on June 2, 2023. The law explicitly prohibits the sale of kratom to those under 21 years of age. It also prohibits adulterants that make the product stronger or more toxic, a level of 7-hydroxymitragynine that exceeds …

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