HB778

Provides with respect to the possession of Kratom (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

Introduced·2/27/26
Ment Text

Louisiana HB778 amends laws to prohibit synthetic kratom possession, production, and distribution.

Louisiana HB778 amends existing law to prohibit the possession, production, and distribution of synthetic kratom. The bill defines synthetic kratom as a substance created entirely through laboratory synthesis to mimic the pharmacological effects of kratom alkaloids. It also limits the levels of certain chemicals in kratom products. Penalties include fines and imprisonment for possession of more than two grams of synthetic kratom. The bill also provides for definitions and related matters.

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History

May 19

House

Involuntarily deferred in committee.

Mar 9

House

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.

Feb 27

House

Prefiled.