The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 263, mandates the Department of Public Health to conduct a comprehensive study on the potential health benefits and risks associated with the use of kratom. This study aims to evaluate the implications of kratom consumption and to provide recommendations for any necessary legislation regarding its use.

The bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language that emphasizes the requirement for the study and the exploration of legislative recommendations. The intent of the bill is to ensure that informed decisions can be made regarding kratom, a substance that has garnered attention for its controversial health effects.