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Status verified March 20, 2026 – No legislative changes detected.
Is Kratom Legal in Tennessee?
Current Status
House Bill 1647 (Matthew Davenport's Law) and its companion Senate Bill 1655 were introduced to classify kratom and its primary alkaloids as controlled substances, which would make their possession, sale, and distribution illegal in the state. These bills are currently under consideration.
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What Merchants Need to Know
- Age verification required (21+) for all sales
- Lab testing recommended for all products
- Labeling must comply with state standards
Recent Updates for Tennessee
Tennessee Kratom Legal Status Update
| Bill | HB1647 / SB1655 |
|---|---|
| Title | Tennessee currently restricts kratom sales (age 21+, synthetic 7-OH derivatives banned). House Bill 1647 and Senate Bill 1655, known as Matthew Davenport's Law, were introduced on February 8, 2026. These bills propose classifying kratom and its primary alkaloids as controlled substances, which would result in a statewide ban on possession and sale. This legislative action represents a potential shift from the current restricted status to a ban. The bills are currently in the committee stage. |
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Tennessee Kratom Legal Status Update
Multiple bills concerning Kratom have been introduced and are progressing through the legislature. Senate Bill 1655, known as 'Matthew Davenport's Law,' proposes to make possession, manufacturing, delivery, or sale of Kratom a felony offense. It was filed for introduction on January 14, 2026, and passed on second consideration, being referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee on January 21, 2026. Additionally, House Bill 2594, the 'Tennessee Kratom Consumer Protection Act,' was introduced on February 3, 2026, seeking to regulate kratom sales and establish an age limit.
Tennessee Kratom Legal Status Update
New legislation detected (needs manual classification): HB2594 - AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 33; Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 4; Title 43 and Title 57, relative to Kratom.
Tennessee Kratom Legal Status Update
House Bill 1647 (HB1647), introduced on February 2, 2026, proposes to enact "Matthew Davenport's Law." This legislation would establish severe criminal penalties, including Class D felony offenses for knowingly possessing Kratom and Class B felony offenses for manufacturing, delivering, or selling Kratom. If enacted, these provisions would effectively ban kratom in the state by making possession and distribution criminal offenses, changing its status from 'RESTRICTED' to 'BANNED'.
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