Regulating the sale and distribution of kratom products, requiring the secretary of agriculture to adopt rules and regulations and requiring licensure of kratom product dealers.
Impact
The enactment of HB2188 would significantly impact the existing framework around kratom regulation in Kansas. It establishes mandatory licensing for kratom dealers, which requires them to adhere to strict safety standards to prevent the distribution of adulterated or misbranded products. The bill explicitly defines consequences for non-compliance, including civil penalties and potential suspension of dealer licenses. This creates a regulatory environment intended to protect consumers from health risks associated with unregulated kratom products.
Summary
House Bill 2188 introduces regulations concerning the sale and distribution of kratom products within Kansas. The bill requires all entities that manufacture, sell, or distribute kratom to obtain a dealer license issued by the Kansas Secretary of Agriculture. This licensing process includes thorough inspections to ensure compliance with the Kansas food, drug, and cosmetic act, as well as the specific provisions outlined in the bill. By implementing such regulations, the bill aims to promote public health and safety standards concerning kratom products sold in the state.
Contention
One notable point of contention surrounding HB2188 is the potential burden it places on small businesses engaged in the kratom industry. Supporters argue that the regulation is necessary to protect consumers and promote responsible business practices. However, opponents express concerns that the licensing fees and regulatory requirements may stifle small businesses or unintentionally push the sale of kratom underground, leading to less oversight. The balance between consumer safety and the economic viability of kratom dealers will be a critical area of discussion as the bill progresses.
Enacting the kratom consumer protection act, defining kratom as a food product, prohibiting the distribution and sale of kratom that is adulterated, requiring persons to be at least 21 years of age to purchase such product, establishing civil fines for violations of the act and requiring the secretary of agriculture to adopt rules and regulations for the administration of the act.
Enacting the kratom consumer protection act, defining kratom as a food product, prohibiting the sale of kratom that is adulterated, requiring persons to be at least 18 years of age for the purchase of such product, establishing civil fines for violations of the act and requiring the secretary of agriculture to adopt rules and regulations for the administration of the act.
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