WEEKLY KRATOM UPDATES: 3/16/2026 - 3/20/2026
🇺🇸 Tennessee – Hearing Rescheduled
The Tennessee kratom hearing scheduled earlier has been rescheduled for the week of 3/16/2026.
First, thank you to everyone who attended to be heard. Your presence matters and lawmakers are paying attention. 👏
Now we must keep the pressure on legislators to ensure responsible regulation, not prohibition, remains the path forward.
👉 Take action here:
protectkratom.org/tenn
🗳 Minnesota – March 17th Hearing
This could shape the future of kratom access in Minnesota.
While the bill under consideration establishes a 21-year-old age requirement, anti-kratom groups use this and any other hearing(s) as an opportunity to push for stronger restrictions, or even a ban.
Responsible kratom consumers are always needed.
Hearing Details
📅 Tuesday, March 17
⏰ 3:00 PM CT
📍 Capitol 120
Committee: House Public Safety Committee
Agenda Item:
HF3453 (Rep. Hanson) – Establishes 21 years of age as the legal age to possess kratom.
🌵 Arizona – Support HB 2415
Arizona Senators are currently considering HB 2415, and they need to hear directly from kratom consumers.
Lawmakers must understand that consumers support responsible regulation and consumer protections that keep kratom safe and accessible.
👉 Send your message here:
protectkratom.org/arizona
🏛 Virginia – Ask the Governor for Amendments
Virginia lawmakers recently passed a very flawed kratom bill that could create serious problems for responsible consumers.
The American Kratom Association is asking advocates to contact the Governor and urge amendments so the law protects consumers without creating unnecessary barriers.
👉 Contact the Governor:
protectkratom.org/virginia
⚖️ Michigan – Oppose HB 5537
Michigan House Bill 5537 threatens responsible kratom consumers by making kratom a controlled substance, effectively ending legal access.
The Michigan House Regulatory Reform Committee is expected to hold a hearing later in March or early April, and members need to hear from consumers now.
👉 Send your message today:
protectkratom.org/michigan
In your message, tell legislators:
✔ Kratom is used responsibly by thousands of Michigan consumers.
✔ Criminalization or excessive restrictions would harm responsible adults.
✔ Policymakers should focus on consumer protection and reasonable regulation, not prohibition.
Most importantly, share your personal story. Personal experiences help lawmakers understand the real impact.
