The Spokane City Council has postponed a proposed ban on the plant-based drug kratom while Washington state lawmakers debate broader regulations.
Instead, council members opted to wait at least two months as two Senate bills move forward. Senate Bill 6287 would set labeling rules, restrict sales to those over 21, and allow local bans. Senate Bill 6196 proposes a steep 95% tax on kratom sales and state licensing for distributors.
If the state Legislature makes no progress by spring, Spokane may revisit its own ban.
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