HB4459

Relating to Kratom

Introduced·1/16/26
Intr Text

Classifies kratom as a Schedule I controlled substance in West Virginia.

West Virginia HB4459 seeks to classify kratom and its components as Schedule I controlled substances. This bill repeals existing regulations on kratom and amends the Uniform Controlled Substances Act to include kratom under Schedule I, alongside other dangerous substances. The bill also updates enforcement provisions to address the retail sale of kratom.

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Where it stands

Current
Health & Human Resources Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 18

4:30 PM

Subcommittee on Public Health Meeting

Feb 11

3:00 PM

Subcommittee on Public Health Meeting

History

Feb 18

House

To House Health and Human Resources

Feb 11

House

To House Public Health

Feb 11

House

Markup Discussion