This bill amends the Uniform Controlled Substances Act in Nebraska to classify kratom as a controlled substance, defining it as any product containing parts of the mitragyna speciosa plant that includes the alkaloids mitragynine or 7-hydroxymitragynine, as well as any synthetic materials containing these alkaloids. The bill also repeals original sections of the law that are being amended and introduces a new definition of "lookalike substance," which focuses on marketing and packaging that may mislead consumers. The amendments aim to enhance regulatory oversight of kratom and clarify its legal status.

Additionally, the bill updates the scheduling of controlled substances, including a comprehensive list of narcotics and psychoactive drugs, and introduces new legal language to broaden the scope of substances covered under the law. It specifies that these substances include their salts, isomers, and salts of isomers, ensuring that variations are regulated. The bill also establishes strict regulations for ephedrine and its derivatives, including storage and purchase limits, while adding new provisions for Schedule V substances. Overall, the bill reflects a commitment to public health and safety by tightening controls on potentially harmful substances.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 28-401, 28-405