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Introduced
01/16/2023
01/16/2023
In Committee
02/14/2023
02/14/2023
Crossed Over
02/08/2023
02/08/2023
Passed
Dead
02/28/2023
02/28/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Create The "mississippi Tianeptine Consumer Protection Act"; To Define Certain Terms Relating To The Act; To Prohibit A Processor Or Retailer From Preparing, Distributing, Selling, Or Exposing For Sale Either A Tianeptine Extract That Contains Certain Levels Of Residual, Or A Tianeptine Product That Does Not Have Adequate Labeling Directions Necessary For Safe And Effective Use By Consumers; To Provide That It Is Unlawful For Any Minor To Purchase, Use, Possess, Or Transport A Product Containing Tianeptine Within The State; To Require Any Person Who Distributes Tianeptine Products Within This State To Post Conspicuously At Each Location Of Distribution A Sign That Is Placed In Such A Manner That It Is Likely To Be Read By Those Seeking To Purchase Or Obtain Tianeptine Products; To Provide Civil Penalties For Violations Of This Act; To Require The Division To Adopt Rules And Regulations For The Administration And Enforcement Of This Act; To Bring Forward Section 67-1-37, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relates To The Powers And Duties Of The Division, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Enact The "mississippi Kratom Consumer Protection Act" To Regulate The Preparation, Distribution, And Sale Of Kratom Products; To Define Terms; To Prohibit The Preparation, Distribution And Sale Of Adulterated Or Contaminated Kratom Products; To Prescribe Fines And Penalties For Violations Of This Act; To Authorize The Department Of Health To Administer The Act; To Provide That The Provisions Of This Act Do Not Limit The Authority Of A County Or Municipality To Regulate Tianeptine Or Kratom; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill creates the "Mississippi Tianeptine Consumer Protection Act" and the "Mississippi Kratom Consumer Protection Act". The key provisions are:
1. The bill defines terms like "tianeptine product", "processor", "retailer", and "kratom product".
2. It prohibits processors and retailers from selling tianeptine products with excessive residual solvents or inadequate labeling, as well as prohibiting minors from purchasing, possessing, or using tianeptine products.
3. It requires processors to register with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division and provide detailed information about their products.
4. The bill also prohibits processors and retailers from selling adulterated, contaminated, or synthetic kratom products, and from selling kratom to minors.
5. The bill authorizes the Division to impose civil penalties for violations of the acts.
6. The provisions of the bill do not limit the authority of counties or municipalities to further regulate tianeptine or kratom.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/28/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2023/pdf/history/HB/HB0838.xml |
| BillText | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2023/html/HB/0800-0899/HB0838PS.htm |
| BillText | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2023/html/HB/0800-0899/HB0838CS.htm |
| BillText | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2023/html/HB/0800-0899/HB0838IN.htm |
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