Rhode Island Kratom Legal Status Update

Rhode Island has banned kratom, classifying it as a controlled substance. Although a bill was passed to reverse the ban and establish regulation, this change is set to begin in April 2026. Therefore, as of January 2026, kratom remains illegal in Rhode Island.

Multiple sources (19, 24, 30, 35) confirm that Rhode Island has banned kratom or classifies it as a controlled substance. While a bill is in place for future regulation starting April 2026, the current status as of January 2026 is a ban. This is a change from the provided 'Currently RESTRICTED' status, as 'RESTRICTED' typically implies legality with limitations, not a full ban.

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