House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to establish the "Kratom Consumer Protection Act" by enacting Chapter 9 of Title 26 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. This legislation introduces definitions related to kratom products and sets forth regulations to prohibit the sale or distribution of kratom to individuals under the age of twenty-one, as well as under certain other conditions. The bill mandates specific labeling requirements for kratom products, including ingredient lists, warnings about potential health risks, and the prohibition of therapeutic claims unless approved by the FDA. Additionally, it requires vendors to provide test results upon request from the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH).

The bill also outlines criteria that kratom products must meet to be legally sold, including restrictions on harmful substances, specific alkaloid levels, and registration with the LDH. Manufacturers are required to register their kratom products annually, pay a registration fee, and submit a certificate of analysis from a testing facility to confirm compliance with the established standards. Furthermore, the bill mandates that manufacturers report any adverse events related to their products to the LDH, with the potential for product registration revocation if such reports are not made.