Food: other; regulation of distribution, sale, and manufacturing of kratom products; provide for. Creates new act.
Key claim: Michigan HB4969 would create a new act regulating the distribution, sale, and manufacturing of kratom products in the state.
Abstract
(HB4969 · 103rd Legislature) Food: other; regulation of distribution, sale, and manufacturing of kratom products; provide for. Creates new act. Latest action (2026-06-10): Re-referred To Committee On Regulatory Reform
Why this matters
Kratom is currently sold in Michigan with minimal state-specific oversight, and HB4969 would establish the first dedicated regulatory framework for its manufacture, distribution, and sale. Depending on final provisions, this could shape consumer access, product labeling, age restrictions, and vendor licensing — affecting both users who rely on kratom and the broader safety-net conversation around unregulated substances.