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Montana committee backs study to separate natural kratom from synthetics
Summary
The Senate Business and Labor Committee voted to concur on HJR60, a resolution directing an interim study to distinguish natural kratom products from more potent synthetic derivatives after proponents said harms stem mainly from isolates, not traditional leaf use.
Representative Curtis Schomer asked the Senate Business and Labor Committee to approve House Joint Resolution 60 to study kratom and distinguish natural leaf products from synthetic isolates.
Schomer told the panel that the House had debated kratom extensively and that the committee should “figure out what’s good, what’s bad” before taking policy action. He asked members for a due pass so legislators can examine the issue in the interim.
Several proponents testified in support. Deborah…
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