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ID H0830

ID H0830
Amends existing law to provide that alkaloids found in or derived from Mitragyna speciosa shall be a Schedule I controlled substance.


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Introduced
03/05/2026
In Committee
03/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RELATING TO UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES; AMENDING SECTION 37-2705, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE THAT ALKALOIDS FOUND IN OR DERIVED FROM MITRAGYNA SPECIOSA SHALL

AI Summary

This bill amends existing Idaho law to classify alkaloids found in or derived from Mitragyna speciosa, a plant commonly known as kratom, as Schedule I controlled substances. This means that these substances, including their synthetic versions, related compounds, and any possible chemical variations, will be subject to the strictest regulations under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, similar to drugs like heroin and LSD, due to a perceived high potential for abuse and no currently accepted medical use. The bill also specifies an effective date of July 1, 2026, indicating it is intended to take effect at the beginning of the fiscal year.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

State Affairs Committee (House)

Last Action

Reported Printed and Referred to Health & Welfare (on 03/06/2026)

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