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VA HB875
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Hillary Pugh Kent
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AI Summary
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Establishes new Chapter 60 in Title 59.1 to regulate kratom products, defining kratom as any part of the Mitragyna speciosa plant leaf containing mitragynine or 7-hydroxymitragynine alkaloids, or synthetic materials containing these alkaloids.
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Prohibits selling kratom products to persons under 21 years of age, with mandatory age verification required before any sale, and prohibits retail display that allows access by minors.
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Bans adulterated kratom products (containing fentanyl, controlled substances, or synthesized/semi-synthesized alkaloids) and products with 7-hydroxymitragynine levels exceeding 2% of the alkaloid composition.
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Requires detailed labeling on all kratom products including manufacturer information, full ingredient list, health warnings (habit-forming potential, drug interactions, not for pregnant/breastfeeding individuals), FDA disclaimer, and serving size information with alkaloid content per serving.
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Prohibits kratom products designed to appeal to children (candy-like, shaped as humans/animals/fruit) and products intended for smoking or vaporization, with violations subject to the Virginia Consumer Protection Act.
Legislative Description
Kratom; manufacturing, selling, giving, distributing, or possessing, penalties.
Last Action
Left in Committee Courts of Justice
2/18/2026