Bill > A02340

This bill prohibits the sale of kratom, a plant-derived substance with potential psychoactive effects, to individuals under twenty-one years of age in New York State. The legislation defines kratom as any part of the Mitragyna speciosa plant and its derivatives, and imposes a civil penalty of up to $500 for selling or providing kratom to anyone under twenty-one. Businesses selling kratom must post a conspicuous sign stating the age restriction and are required to verify the age of purchasers through valid government-issued photo identification, such as a driver's license, passport, or military ID. The bill also allows businesses to use electronic scanning devices to verify age, with strict rules about how such information can be recorded and used. Additionally, the bill mandates that the New York State Commissioner of Health conduct a comprehensive study on kratom, examining its potential health risks, benefits, and effects, with a report to be submitted to state leadership within one year of the act's effective date. This legislation is part of a broader effort to regulate the sale of substances that might pose risks to younger individuals.

Health and Social Services, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2340