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Status verified April 5, 2026 – No legislative changes detected.
Is Kratom Legal in Louisiana?
Current Status
Legislation in progress (no status change proposed): HB778: Provides with respect to the possession of Kratom. Status: 1. Last action: Prefiled. (2026-02-27). Sponsors: Beryl Amedee.
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What Merchants Need to Know
- Lab testing recommended for all products
- Labeling must comply with state standards
Recent Updates for Louisiana
Louisiana Kratom Legal Status Update
| Bill | HB778 |
|---|---|
| Title | Provides with respect to the possession of Kratom |
| Status | In progress |
| Last action | Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice. (2026-03-09) |
| Sponsors | Beryl Amedee |
Louisiana Kratom Legal Status Update
Louisiana's SB 154, effective August 1, 2025, classifies kratom's active components as Schedule I controlled substances, making it fully illegal statewide.
Read more →Louisiana Kratom Legal Status Update
Kratom's status in Louisiana has changed from 'BANNED' to 'RESTRICTED'. It is currently legal but subject to an age restriction, prohibiting distribution to individuals under 18 years old (effective May 2012). Localities are also permitted to adopt stricter controls.
Read more →Louisiana Kratom Legal Status Update
A statewide ban on kratom in Louisiana took effect on August 1, 2025, classifying it as a Schedule I substance.
Read more →Louisiana Kratom Legal Status Update
Kratom is currently legal in Louisiana. However, Senate Bill 154, effective August 1, 2025, will classify kratom's active components as Schedule I controlled substances, enacting a statewide ban.
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