Ohio Citizens Followed the Legal Process for Kratom Regulation — and Were Met With Criminalization Today
Ohio kratom consumers and advocates need to stay alert and stay involved right now.
The Ohio Board of Pharmacy action that took effect today can make ordinary law-abiding kratom consumers feel accused, criminalized, and treated like they are doing something immoral simply for using natural kratom products responsibly. Many citizens have followed the legal process respectfully, presented scientific evidence, supported KCPA-style regulation, and worked alongside grassroots advocates and the AKA for consumer protections — not a free-for-all. It is deeply frustrating to see lawmakers and agencies continue pushing narratives and unnecessary rules that many people believe ignore both the science and the voices of the public.
We cannot lose focus or disengage. Ohio matters, and other states are watching what happens here. Stay informed, stay vocal, and stay involved.
Ohio Board of Pharmacy notice:
https://www.pharmacy.ohio.gov/7OHnotice
To help support advocacy efforts in Ohio and contact legislators:
https://www.protectkratom.org/ohio