S.1558

Banning the sale of kratom

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S1558 bans the sale of kratom products, including extracts and dietary supplements.

Massachusetts S1558 amends Chapter 270 of the General Laws to prohibit the sale of kratom products. Kratom, a plant with opioid- and stimulant-like effects, is banned in any form, including powder, capsule, tablet, beverage, or edible. Processors and retailers are prohibited from selling or distributing kratom products. Violators face administrative fines of up to $500 for the first offense and up to $1,000 for subsequent offenses. The act takes effect 180 days after passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Public Health Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Sep 10, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Health Hearing

Sep 10, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Health Hearing

History

Mar 19

Senate

Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026

Sep 10, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 09/10/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:35 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Aug 29, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in B-2