New law bans kratom sales to minors in South Carolina

Kratom bill turns controversial as some call for governor to veto it

DENVER (KDVR) — A bill that passed just before lawmakers gaveled out of this year's legislative session could be in jeopardy. Industry groups are calling on the governor to veto a measure that supporters said will add more safeguards to a substance called kratom. 2 jailed after traffic stop leads to discovery of meth, suspect with 10 warrants: Police Lawmakers want to make sure people buying kratom products know exactly what they're gettin…

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New law bans kratom sales to minors in South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) - A bill passed in the State House could affect stores by regulating the sale of a specific herbal supplement around the state. Kratom is a psychoactive herb that is said to help with extreme pain, energy deficiency, and mood lifting. It can sometimes be sold in pill form, but it is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The new law bans the sale of products containing the supplement Kratom to anyone under the ag…