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MA S1558
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Edward Kennedy
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AI Summary
- Prohibits processors and retailers from preparing, distributing, selling, or exposing for sale any kratom product or food containing kratom extract in Massachusetts
- Defines kratom products as food products or dietary ingredients containing any part of the Mitragyna speciosa plant leaf, including powders, capsules, tablets, beverages, and other edible forms
- Establishes administrative fines of up to $500 for first offense and up to $1,000 for subsequent offenses
- Allows violators to request an administrative hearing through the department under Chapter 30A
- Takes effect 180 days following passage to allow compliance transition
Legislative Description
Banning the sale of kratom
Last Action
Hearing rescheduled to 09/10/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:35 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
9/10/2025
Committee Referrals
Public Health2/27/2025
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