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North Dakota — Executive Order (Governor's Office); Emergency Rule (ND Board of Pharmacy) status update
North Dakota →View current legal status
Date
Friday, August 14, 2026
Time
All day
Body
North Dakota
About This Event
North Dakota's previous status was 'LEGAL'. Governor Kelly Armstrong and Attorney General Drew Wrigley announced a ban on kratom products on August 3, 2026, effective August 5, 2026, citing public health concerns and overdose deaths. The executive order prohibits sale, use, and possession of all kratom products. Additionally, the Board of Pharmacy issued an emergency rule classifying 7-OH as a Schedule I controlled substance. A special legislative session is planned for September to consider permanent legislation.
References
Bill:Executive Order (Governor's Office); Emergency Rule (ND Board of Pharmacy)
Outcome
Outcome: Approved
The regulation was approved. This becomes law.