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NY S03588

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/30/2021

Primary Sponsor

Leroy Comrie

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Origin

Senate

2021-2022 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes the "New York State Kratom Consumer Protection Act" requiring dealers to disclose on kratom product labels the factual basis for representations made about the product.

  • Prohibits dealers from selling kratom products that are adulterated with dangerous non-kratom substances, contaminated with poisonous ingredients, contain synthetic alkaloids, or exceed 2% 7-hydroxymitragynine in alkaloid composition.

  • Requires kratom products to include on labels the amount of mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine contained and directions for safe use; prohibits sale of kratom products to individuals under 18 years of age.

  • Establishes penalties of up to $500 for first offense and $1,000 for subsequent labeling violations; misdemeanor charges punishable by up to 90 days imprisonment and/or $500 fine for violations of labeling or product standards.

  • Allows private causes of action for damages resulting from violations and provides an affirmative defense for dealers who relied in good faith on representations from manufacturers or distributors.

Legislative Description

Relates to enacting the New York state kratom consumer protection act; provides by such act labeling and other requirements for the sale of kratom products.

Last Action

REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE

1/5/2022

Committee Referrals

Agriculture1/30/2021

Full Bill Text

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