Washington SB6196 imposes a 95% tax on kratom products sold, used, consumed, handled, possessed, or distributed within the state.

Washington SB6196 levies a tax on all kratom products sold, used, consumed, handled, possessed, or distributed within the state. The tax rate is set at 95% of the taxable sales price. The bill requires distributors and retailers to obtain licenses, maintain detailed records, and label products with specific information. It also mandates that all kratom products be sold only to licensed retailers. The revenue generated from this tax will be deposited into the youth harmful substance prevention account to fund programs aimed at reducing youth access to harmful substances.

Washington SB6196 imposes a 95% tax on kratom products sold, used, consumed, handled, possessed, or distributed within the state.

Washington SB6196 levies a tax on all kratom products sold, used, consumed, handled, possessed, or distributed within the state. The tax rate is set at 95% of the taxable sales price. The bill requires distributors and retailers to obtain licenses, maintain detailed records, and label products with specific information. It also mandates that all kratom products be sold only to licensed retailers. The revenue generated from this tax will be deposited into the youth harmful substance prevention account to fund programs aimed at reducing youth access to harmful substances.