Kratom; add to Schedule III of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act.
HB 863 adds kratom to Schedule III of Mississippi's Uniform Controlled Substances Act. This makes kratom a controlled substance under state law, subjecting it to regulations on possession, sale, and distribution similar to other Schedule III substances. The bill directly affects individuals and businesses handling kratom within Mississippi, requiring compliance with controlled substance laws. It does not address medical uses or penalties but establishes kratom's legal classification under state drug policy.
Bill status
died
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 16, 2026
Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Committee
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Jan 16, 2026
Committee
Referred To Business and Commerce;Drug Policy
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jay McKnight
RRepublican
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