Bill > S03426

This bill prohibits the sale of kratom to individuals under 21 years of age in New York State, adding kratom (a plant derived from Mitragyna speciosa) to existing tobacco and herbal product regulations. The legislation requires businesses selling kratom to verify the age of purchasers through valid government-issued photo identification, post conspicuous signs about the age restriction, and potentially use electronic transaction scanning to confirm age. Sellers who violate the age restriction can be subject to civil penalties of up to $500, and businesses must follow specific guidelines about handling customer identification information, including only recording limited personal details and not disseminating that information for marketing purposes. 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 requirement to submit a detailed report to state leadership within one year of the act's effective date. The bill aims to regulate kratom sales and understand its potential impacts by creating clear legal parameters around its purchase and distribution.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3426