Mississippi is set to implement new regulations on kratom, with House Bill 1077 awaiting the governor’s signature. If signed, the law will prohibit the sale of kratom products to anyone under 21 starting July 1, 2025. The legislation also bans synthetic kratom and caps product potency, while preserving the right of counties and cities to enact their own bans.
Local business owners, such as Scott Carmichael in Jones County, have expressed concerns about the economic impact, noting that customers often travel to neighboring areas where kratom remains legal. The new law will require retailers to check IDs much like with alcohol and tobacco, aiming to keep kratom out of the hands of minors. For more on the evolving landscape of regulating kratom in Mississippi, see the original report.