Assemblymember Matt Haney of San Francisco has introduced Assembly Bill 2365, known as the Kratom Safety Act, aimed at regulating kratom sales in California. The bill proposes prohibiting adulterated kratom, enforcing testing and registration with the California Department of Public Health, and restricting purchases to those 21 and older.
Kratom, a tropical tree with psychoactive compounds, has raised concerns due to potential contamination and unregulated quantities. While some argue for its benefits in pain relief and addiction treatment, policymakers emphasize the need for consumer protection.
“We need to provide consumers with all the necessary information to safeguard themselves,” Haney stated, highlighting the importance of clear guidelines for permitted products.
The bill’s introduction comes as states grapple with regulating kratom in the absence of federal oversight. For more details on this developing story, visit CBS News San Francisco.