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File #: 250942    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Referred
File created: 10/28/2025 In control: Neighborhood Planning and Development Committee
On agenda: 11/4/2025 Final action:
Title: Sponsor: Councilmember Nathan Willett RESOLUTION - Directing the City Manager to evaluate kratom regulations in other Missouri municipalities and make recommendations within 60 days for any necessary code amendments to regulate kratom in the City.
Sponsors: Nathan Willett
Attachments: 1. No Docket Memo 250942

RESOLUTION NO. 250942

 

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Sponsor: Councilmember Nathan Willett

 

RESOLUTION - Directing the City Manager to evaluate kratom regulations in other Missouri municipalities and make recommendations within 60 days for any necessary code amendments to regulate kratom in the City.

 

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WHEREAS, kratom is not regulated by the Controlled Substances Act; and

 

                     WHEREAS, kratom can cause psychoactive effects in those who consume it; and

 

                     WHEREAS, many kratom products are marketed without regard for a prospective consumer’s age; and

 

                     WHEREAS, the City finds it necessary to explore regulations related to the sale and use of kratom products to protect the general public health, safety, and welfare of Kansas Citians; NOW, THEREFORE,

 

                     BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:

 

                     Directing the City Manager to evaluate kratom regulations in other Missouri municipalities and make recommendations within 60 days for any necessary code amendments to regulate kratom in the City.

 

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