Tennessee mother of five Jessica Cosby is urging state lawmakers to reconsider proposed crackdowns on kratom, saying the measures would devastate chronic pain patients while fentanyl continues to drive overdose deaths statewide. Two bills, SB2417 and SB1655, would sharply restrict or criminalize possession and sale of kratom products, with SB1655 elevating simple possession to a felony offense. Cosby, who lives with multiple debilitating pain conditions, says it’s is the only option that lets her stay active with her children and off more dangerous drugs. She argues lawmakers have not presented clear data showing kratom is causing a public health crisis and calls instead for regulated, evidence-based policy. Read the original column in the Clarion Ledger.
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