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MS SB2429

Bill

Status

Failed

3/5/2024

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Tate

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Origin

Senate

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the "Mississippi Kratom Consumer Protection Act" to regulate the preparation, distribution, and sale of kratom products, with the Department of Revenue serving as the administering agency.

  • Prohibits processors and retailers from selling kratom products that are adulterated or contaminated with dangerous non-kratom substances, contain synthetic alkaloids, exceed 2% 7-hydroxymitragynine in alkaloid composition, or lack adequate labeling with recommended serving sizes.

  • Restricts distribution and sale of kratom products to individuals 21 years of age and older.

  • Establishes administrative fines up to $1,000 for first violations and up to $5,000 for subsequent violations; provides retailers a good faith defense if they relied on representations from manufacturers or distributors.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2024.

Legislative Description

Kratom; authorize regulation of and prohibit certain products.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/5/2024

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division B2/16/2024

Full Bill Text

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