Bill > HB4969

This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for kratom products in Michigan, requiring licensing for distribution, sale, and manufacturing beginning January 1, 2027. The legislation mandates that businesses obtain a license for each location where kratom products are sold or manufactured, with a $200 initial application fee and a three-year license validity period. Licensees must prominently display their certificate of licensure and adhere to strict labeling requirements, including warning statements about potential health risks and disclosure of alkaloid content. The bill prohibits the sale of kratom products to individuals under 21 and bans products that are adulterated, contaminated, or contain synthetic alkaloids or excessive levels of 7-hydroxymitragynine. Before obtaining a license, businesses must have their raw materials tested by a qualified laboratory and provide a certificate of analysis. Violations can result in administrative fines up to $1,000, license suspension or revocation, and potential legal action by the state director. The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs is required to develop implementing rules by January 1, 2028, with the goal of ensuring consumer safety and establishing clear guidelines for kratom product distribution and sales.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4969