The "Florida Kratom Consumer Protection Act" (CS/HB 1205) introduces comprehensive regulations for the sale and distribution of kratom products in Florida. It amends section 500.92 of the Florida Statutes, requiring the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to certify independent testing laboratories and establish rules for certification in collaboration with the Department of Health. The bill sets forth criteria for the sale of kratom, including testing for contaminants, labeling standards, and an age restriction prohibiting sales to individuals under 21. It also outlines penalties for violations, which can range from misdemeanors to felonies, depending on the severity and frequency of the offenses.

In addition to the amendments to section 500.92, the bill creates new sections (500.925, 500.94, and 500.95) that define the parameters for kratom sales, including delivery sales and the consequences for selling contraband products. It emphasizes consumer safety by mandating that kratom products be free from adulteration and contamination, and it prohibits their sale within 1,000 feet of school property during certain hours. The legislation also modifies existing regulations under section 565.045, allowing kratom to be sold in restaurants and updating sections related to retail tobacco product dealers to include administrative penalties for violations. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 1205 Filed: 500.92
H 1205 c1: 500.92, 565.04, 565.045, 569.006, 569.35