HB 4459
Relating to Kratom
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to classify kratom and its components as Schedule I controlled substances in West Virginia. It proposes to repeal existing regulations related to kratom’s production, sale, and taxation, which were established under the Plant-Based Derivatives Regulation Act. The bill also aims to expand the definition of Schedule I substances to include a wide range of synthetic cannabinoids, opioids, and stimulants, mirroring the criteria used for other controlled substances. Essentially, the bill intends to eliminate legal access to kratom in West Virginia.
Key provisions
- Repeals existing West Virginia regulations concerning kratom under the Plant-Based Derivatives Regulation Act.
- Classifies kratom and its components, including synthetic cannabinoids, opioids, and stimulants, as Schedule I controlled substances.
- Expands the definition of Schedule I substances to encompass a broad list of chemical compounds.
- Authorizes the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission and the Commissioner of Agriculture to request information from state agencies and federal agencies to enforce the new regulations.
- Mandates mandatory labeling requirements for kratom products.
- Establishes provisions for the seizure and destruction of kratom products.
- Includes a detailed list of specific compounds to be designated as Schedule I substances, encompassing various synthetic derivatives and analogs.
- Designates certain substances as temporary additions to Schedule I pending further review.
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