Bill > HB2058

This bill provides comprehensive regulation of kratom, a plant-based substance, by establishing strict guidelines for its processing, sale, and distribution in Pennsylvania. The bill requires processors and retailers to register with the state department, pay annual fees, and adhere to multiple safety and marketing restrictions, including prohibiting sales to individuals under 21, banning sales near schools, and ensuring product labeling includes specific health warnings and ingredient information. Processors and retailers must ensure kratom products meet specific quality standards, such as limiting certain alkaloid levels, avoiding synthetic compounds, and preventing packaging that might appeal to children. The bill mandates age verification for sales, restricts product display and advertising, and requires kratom products to be stored securely. Additionally, the state department is required to conduct a study on kratom's effects within two years and develop an educational campaign about its potential dangers. The legislation defines various terms related to kratom, including what constitutes a kratom product, processor, and retailer, and establishes clear guidelines for product composition and marketing. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, aiming to provide consumer protection and regulate the emerging kratom market in Pennsylvania.

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https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb2058