❌ HB587
Regards sales of kratom products
Summary
The bill regulates the sale of kratom products in Ohio, requiring food processing establishments to register kratom products with the director of agriculture, and prohibits the sale of kratom products containing certain levels of specific alkaloids, controlled substances, or synthetic compounds. It also mandates labeling requirements and restricts sales to individuals under eighteen years of age, with penalties for violations.
Rationale
The bill imposes regulatory requirements on the sale of kratom products, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of personal liberty and self-ownership, as it restricts individual choices regarding consumption. The Libertarian Party of Ohio also opposes government overreach in personal choices, which this bill exemplifies.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government regulation on personal choices
- Potential for criminalization of non-compliance
- Restrictions on free market principles