STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS28545 / H0168
Kratom is a naturally grown tree, which comes from the coffee family and originates in South East Asia. It has
been used for centuries in South East Asia and since the early 1970's in the United States. Kratom can be used
to give a boost of energy, to improve focus, and has helped many with pain management. The most common
way to use kratom is brewing it as a tea, but it can also be found as a powder, in capsules, pills or a liquid
tincture.
Consumers are put at risk with adulterated and misbranded kratom products. This legislation provides for
definitions of kratom, bans the sale of adulterated or synthetic kratom products in Idaho, and provides for
violations for those who sell adulterated or synthetic kratom products.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation simply provides definitions, bans the sale of adulterated or synthetic kratom, and provides for
violations. There is no impact to the state General Fund.
Contact:
Representative Tammy Nichols
(208) 332-1000
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 02/15/2021, 9:20 AM