Representative Internship for Rep. Hirschauer
Session Number
Internship
Advisor(s)
Kat Maggio
Rep. Hirschauer, Mariah Perez
Location
Learning Lab
Discipline
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Start Date
17-4-2024 9:40 AM
End Date
17-4-2024 9:55 AM
Abstract
The Illinois Kratom Consumer Protection Act aims to establish safety standards for Kratom products, safeguard consumers from adulterated goods, and regulate sales to minors. It seeks to balance public safety with individuals’ rights to access Kratom for legitimate purposes like pain management and anxiety relief. The Act defines such terms as “Certified Kratom Product” and “Processor” to clarify its scope. Safety standards, as determined by the Department of Public Health in consultation with stakeholders, will guide processors in preparing and distributing Kratom products. Adulterated products will be prohibited, and guidelines for testing and certification established to ensure compliance. Administrative penalties for violations are stipulated, with collected fines directed to the Food and Drug Safety Fund. Age restrictions prohibit sales to those under 21, aligning with existing regulations. Retailers acting in good faith upon representations of Kratom product manufacturers or distributors may be exempt from liability. The Act allows 180 days for implementation to facilitate compliance. It includes a severability clause to preserve its efficacy in the event of legal challenges. Enacted to address health and safety concerns, this legislation reflects Illinois’s commitment to responsible Kratom regulation.
Representative Internship for Rep. Hirschauer
Learning Lab
The Illinois Kratom Consumer Protection Act aims to establish safety standards for Kratom products, safeguard consumers from adulterated goods, and regulate sales to minors. It seeks to balance public safety with individuals’ rights to access Kratom for legitimate purposes like pain management and anxiety relief. The Act defines such terms as “Certified Kratom Product” and “Processor” to clarify its scope. Safety standards, as determined by the Department of Public Health in consultation with stakeholders, will guide processors in preparing and distributing Kratom products. Adulterated products will be prohibited, and guidelines for testing and certification established to ensure compliance. Administrative penalties for violations are stipulated, with collected fines directed to the Food and Drug Safety Fund. Age restrictions prohibit sales to those under 21, aligning with existing regulations. Retailers acting in good faith upon representations of Kratom product manufacturers or distributors may be exempt from liability. The Act allows 180 days for implementation to facilitate compliance. It includes a severability clause to preserve its efficacy in the event of legal challenges. Enacted to address health and safety concerns, this legislation reflects Illinois’s commitment to responsible Kratom regulation.