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NJ A4222

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carol Murphy

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the "New Jersey Kratom Consumer Protection Act" to regulate the sale and distribution of kratom products, classifying them as food products requiring Department of Health oversight.

  • Prohibits sale of kratom products to individuals under 21 years of age, with retailers required to verify age through valid government-issued identification and post warning signs.

  • Bans adulterated, contaminated, or synthetic kratom products, including those with 7-hydroxymitragynine levels exceeding 2% of alkaloid composition or containing controlled dangerous substances.

  • Requires product labels to disclose mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine amounts, recommended serving size, and other safety information for consumer use.

  • Imposes civil penalties of up to $500 for first violations, $1,000 for second violations, and a three-year sales ban plus potential disorderly persons charges for third violations.

Legislative Description

Creates "New Jersey Kratom Protection Act."

Consumer Affairs

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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