New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S3549

Introduced
2/2/23  

Caption

Creates "New Jersey Kratom Consumer Protection Act."

Impact

The proposed act has significant implications for state law regarding the marketing and sale of dietary supplements. By instituting explicit standards for kratom, including age restrictions preventing sales to individuals under 21, the law aims to mitigate health risks associated with kratom products. Retailers found in violation of these provisions may face serious penalties, including fines and potential imprisonment for severe breaches, thereby ensuring compliance with the act’s stipulations.

Summary

Senate Bill S3549, known formally as the 'New Jersey Kratom Consumer Protection Act', seeks to regulate the distribution, sale, and labeling of kratom products within the state. Recognizing kratom's stimulant and opioid-like properties, the act establishes comprehensive definitions and criteria for kratom retailers, while emphasizing the need for consumer protection. The legislation outlines specific rules regarding the safety and efficacy of kratom products intended for human consumption, mandating that retailers disclose essential information on product labels.

Contention

Notably, the bill’s provisions on labeling and product safety could stir debate among stakeholders in the nutritional supplement industry. Supporters argue that the act will bolster consumer safety by preventing harmful products from entering the market, while critics may express concerns about the feasibility of compliance and the potential economic impact on small retailers. As the bill moves through the legislative process, discussions regarding the effectiveness of the regulations and the implications for kratom use in the broader context of health and wellness are expected to intensify.

Companion Bills

NJ A4071

Same As Creates "New Jersey Kratom Consumer Protection Act."

Previously Filed As

NJ S1476

Creates "New Jersey Kratom Consumer Protection Act."

NJ A4071

Creates "New Jersey Kratom Consumer Protection Act."

NJ A1188

Creates "New Jersey Kratom Protection Act."

NJ H7595

Kratom Consumer Protection Act

NJ HB3215

KRATOM CONSUMER PROTECTION

NJ S0329

Kratom Consumer Protection Act

NJ HB407

Create the kratom consumer protection act

NJ H5330

Kratom Consumer Protection Act

NJ S0221

South Carolina Kratom Consumer Protection Act

NJ SB504

Creates the "Kratom Consumer Protection Act"

Similar Bills

NJ S1476

Creates "New Jersey Kratom Consumer Protection Act."

NJ A1188

Creates "New Jersey Kratom Protection Act."

NJ A4071

Creates "New Jersey Kratom Consumer Protection Act."

MS HB1076

Kratom Consumer Protection Act; create.

MS SB2735

Kratom Consumer Protection Act; enact.

MS HB1464

Kratom Consumer Protection Act; create.

HI SB3372

Relating To Kratom.

HI SB3307

Relating To Kratom.