Summary of Original Version

Create new sections of KRS Chapter 217 to define terms related to kratom; direct the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to license and regulate processors and retailers of kratom products; charge kratom processors an annual licensing fee of $1,000 and kratom retailers an annual licensing fee of $500; prohibit the manufacture and sale of certain kratom extracts and kratom products; prohibit the sale of kratom extracts and kratom products to any individuals under 21 years of age; establish penalties; declare the supremacy of any future federal regulations on kratom.

Summary of Amendment: House Committee Substitute 1

Summary Retain original provisions except delete requirements for the licensure of kratom processors and kratom retailers; requirement for a certificate of analysis; requirement that kratom extracts and kratom products contain a label that includes a QR code; establish the Department for Public Health as the state agency responsible for regulating kratom.

Summary of Amendment: House Committee Amendment 1 -- K. Moser

Summary Make title amendment.

Summary of Amendment: Senate Committee Substitute 1

Summary Retain original provisions; create a new section of KRS Chapter 217 to declare the supremacy of any future federal regulations related to kratom.