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This bill adds two specific compounds found in kratom, mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, to Schedule III of Mississippi's Uniform Controlled Substances Act. Schedule III is a category of drugs with moderate potential for abuse and some accepted medical uses, which are more tightly regulated than non-controlled substances but less strictly controlled than Schedule I or II substances. By adding these compounds to Schedule III, the bill effectively classifies kratom and its primary active ingredients as controlled substances in Mississippi, making their possession, distribution, and use subject to legal restrictions. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving time for law enforcement, healthcare providers, and the public to become aware of and prepare for the new legal status of these substances. This change reflects growing concerns about kratom's potential health risks and addictive properties, despite some users claiming it has medicinal benefits such as pain relief or assistance with opioid withdrawal.

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