Bill > S07379

This bill proposes to add kratom (scientifically known as mitragyna speciosa korth) to Schedule I of the New York State public health law's controlled substances list. Schedule I is typically reserved for drugs with a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use, meaning that kratom would be classified as an illegal substance under state law. The bill would make it unlawful to possess, distribute, or manufacture kratom, with potential criminal penalties. The legislation is set to take effect 90 days after becoming law, which allows state agencies time to prepare for implementation and develop any necessary regulations. Kratom is a plant native to Southeast Asia that has been used traditionally for pain relief and as a potential treatment for opioid withdrawal, but it has also raised concerns among health authorities due to potential risks of addiction and adverse health effects.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7379