In spite of the FDA's recent negative statement on kratom, and Rep. Susan Concannon's comment about the outcry from the kratom community, the Kansas House Committee voted to remove kratom from the state’s updated list of illegal drugs.
Rep. Susan Concannon argued to keep kratom on the list of controlled substances, stating “They sounded so desperate and pleading, “that it smacks of addiction.” However, fellow lawmakers didn't agree, due to the lack of conclusive evidence of kratom being a dangerous substance. Further, they didn’t want to take something away that could be helping people. Ultimately, they agreed that in the future, state officials have the authority to ban the supplement in an emergency.
This was made possible by advocates like you, writing and calling your legislators. Keep sharing your story, stay involved.
Kratom will continue to legally be used to aid with overall health and well-being in the state of Kansas.
The combination of recently published research and user reports continually support the fact that kratom is certainly worth further scientific study as an alternative to dangerous prescription drugs.