Event Brief
Tennessee set to ban kratom amid addiction concerns
Filed: Jun 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: Tennessee lawmakers move toward banning kratom, citing its potentially addictive effects and complex reputation.
WHO: Tennessee lawmakers and public health officials
WHAT: A proposed ban on kratom, an herbal product
WHEN: Jun 16, 2026 at 4:24 PM ET
WHERE: Tennessee
WHY: The proposal is driven by concerns that kratom may be potentially addictive and poses public health risks.
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