Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed a new law introducing stricter regulations on the sale and production of kratom, a popular herbal supplement derived from the Mitragyna speciosa tree. The legislation, which took effect this month, establishes key consumer safety measures, including an age restriction of 21 years for purchasing kratom, mandatory product labeling standards, and limits on the concentration of active alkaloids in kratom products.
The law aims to address growing concerns about unregulated kratom products while ensuring safe access for consumers. Advocates of the legislation view it as a balanced approach that prioritizes public health without resorting to an outright ban. Georgia joins several other states that have implemented similar regulatory frameworks under the Kratom Consumer Protection Act model.
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