Is Kratom Legal in Georgia?
Georgia's House Bill 968, which aimed to classify kratom compounds as Schedule I controlled substances, died in committee on April 2, 2026. As a result, kratom remains legal for adults aged 21 and older, regulated under the existing Kratom Consumer Protection Act.
House Bill 968 (HB968) in Georgia, introduced in the 2026 legislative session, sought to reclassify mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, the primary alkaloids in kratom, as Schedule I controlled substances, effectively banning kratom. The bill was sponsored by a member of the Justice Committee. Official legislative tracking indicates that HB968 was marked as 'Dead' on April 2, 2026, meaning it failed to advance in the legislative process. Consequently, the status of kratom in Georgia, which was previously considered 'PENDING' due to the uncertainty surrounding this bill, reverts to 'RESTRICTED' under the state's existing Kratom Consumer Protection Act, which regulates its sale to individuals 21 and older with specific product and labeling requirements.
Update History
Jun 27, 2026Georgia Kratom Legal Status Update
Georgia — HB968: House Bill 968 (HB968) in Georgia, introduced in the 2026 legislative session, sought to reclassify mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, the primary alkaloids in kratom, as Schedule I controlled substances, effectively banning kratom. The bill was sponsored by a member of the Justice Committee. Official legislative tracking indicates that HB968 was marked as 'Dead' on April 2, 2026, meaning it failed to advance in the legislative process. Consequently, the status of kratom in Georgia, which was previously considered 'PENDING' due to the uncertainty surrounding this bill, reverts to 'RESTRICTED' under the state's existing Kratom Consumer Protection Act, which regulates its sale to individuals 21 and older with specific product and labeling requirements.. Status: RESTRICTED.
House Bill 968 (HB968) in Georgia, introduced in the 2026 legislative session, sought to reclassify mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, the primary alkaloids in kratom, as Schedule I controlled substances, effectively banning kratom. The bill was sponsored by a member of the Justice Committee. Official legislative tracking indicates that HB968 was marked as 'Dead' on April 2, 2026, meaning it failed to advance in the legislative process. Consequently, the status of kratom in Georgia, which was previously considered 'PENDING' due to the uncertainty surrounding this bill, reverts to 'RESTRICTED' under the state's existing Kratom Consumer Protection Act, which regulates its sale to individuals 21 and older with specific product and labeling requirements.
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Jun 11, 2026Georgia Kratom Legal Status Update
Georgia — HB 968: Georgia was listed as 'RESTRICTED'. House Bill 968 was introduced in January 2026 with the aim of classifying kratom alkaloids (mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine) as Schedule I controlled substances, which would result in a ban. The House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute on March 6, 2026. This active legislative movement towards a ban changes the status from simply 'RESTRICTED' to 'PENDING' a ban.. Status: PENDING.
Georgia was listed as 'RESTRICTED'. House Bill 968 was introduced in January 2026 with the aim of classifying kratom alkaloids (mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine) as Schedule I controlled substances, which would result in a ban. The House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute on March 6, 2026. This active legislative movement towards a ban changes the status from simply 'RESTRICTED' to 'PENDING' a ban.
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May 31, 2026Georgia Kratom Legal Status Update
Georgia — HB 968: House Bill 968 (introduced January 14, 2026) initially aimed to classify mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine as Schedule I controlled substances, effectively banning kratom. However, a substitute measure was approved by a House committee on March 5, 2026. This substitute bill bans synthetic kratom derivatives, requires natural kratom to be sold behind pharmacy counters, and mandates new labeling and tracking, representing a clear shift from a potential outright ban to a regulated and restricted legal status. Additionally, House Bill 757, passed in a previous session, became effective January 1, 2026, establishing a regulatory framework requiring product registration with the Department of Agriculture, further supporting the 'RESTRICTED' status.. Status: RESTRICTED.
House Bill 968 (introduced January 14, 2026) initially aimed to classify mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine as Schedule I controlled substances, effectively banning kratom. However, a substitute measure was approved by a House committee on March 5, 2026. This substitute bill bans synthetic kratom derivatives, requires natural kratom to be sold behind pharmacy counters, and mandates new labeling and tracking, representing a clear shift from a potential outright ban to a regulated and restricted legal status. Additionally, House Bill 757, passed in a previous session, became effective January 1, 2026, establishing a regulatory framework requiring product registration with the Department of Agriculture, further supporting the 'RESTRICTED' status.
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May 1, 2026Georgia Kratom Legal Status Update
Georgia — HB 968: House Bill 968 (2025-2026 Regular Session) proposes a full ban on kratom by scheduling its main alkaloids as Schedule I controlled substances and repealing existing regulations. The bill was introduced on January 14, 2026, and received a favorable report by substitute from a House committee on March 6, 2026, indicating active progression towards a ban.. Status: PENDING.
House Bill 968 (2025-2026 Regular Session) proposes a full ban on kratom by scheduling its main alkaloids as Schedule I controlled substances and repealing existing regulations. The bill was introduced on January 14, 2026, and received a favorable report by substitute from a House committee on March 6, 2026, indicating active progression towards a ban.
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Apr 24, 2026Georgia Kratom Legal Status Update
Georgia — HB 968: Georgia's HB 968 was introduced on January 14, 2026, with the intent to designate mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine as Schedule I controlled substances. However, the bill did not pass and officially died on April 2, 2026. Georgia previously enacted regulations in 2024 (effective January 1, 2025) which restrict kratom sales, including age limitations (21 years old), labeling, and testing requirements. House Bill 757 from the 2025-2026 session also established registration requirements for kratom products, with a public website mandated by January 1, 2026, for retailers to verify legal products. The failure of HB 968 to ban kratom means that these existing regulations continue to govern its sale and use, confirming a 'RESTRICTED' status. This is a change from the database's 'PENDING' status, as the legislative action has concluded, and the outcome is a regulated, not banned, state.. Status: RESTRICTED.
Georgia's HB 968 was introduced on January 14, 2026, with the intent to designate mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine as Schedule I controlled substances. However, the bill did not pass and officially died on April 2, 2026. Georgia previously enacted regulations in 2024 (effective January 1, 2025) which restrict kratom sales, including age limitations (21 years old), labeling, and testing requirements. House Bill 757 from the 2025-2026 session also established registration requirements for kratom products, with a public website mandated by January 1, 2026, for retailers to verify legal products. The failure of HB 968 to ban kratom means that these existing regulations continue to govern its sale and use, confirming a 'RESTRICTED' status. This is a change from the database's 'PENDING' status, as the legislative action has concluded, and the outcome is a regulated, not banned, state.
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Mar 16, 2026Georgia Kratom Legal Status Update
Georgia House Bill 968, introduced in January 2026, proposes to classify mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine as Schedule I controlled substances, which would effectively ban kratom in the state. The bill is currently active in the legislative process.
The current database status for Georgia is 'RESTRICTED'. Georgia House Bill 968 (Controlled substances; mitragynine and hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) are Schedule I; provide) was introduced on January 14, 2026. This bill aims to place kratom's active compounds into Schedule I, which would repeal existing kratom regulation and effectively ban kratom in the state. This represents a move from a regulated/restricted status to a potential ban, changing the status to 'PENDING'.
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