Is Kratom Legal in Connecticut?
The Connecticut General Assembly's Regulations Review Committee approved official language on February 25, 2026, to classify kratom and related substances as Schedule 1 controlled substances, making their use, sale, and distribution illegal in the state.
Public Act 25-101, stemming from House Bill 6855, passed the House and Senate in June 2025 and was signed into law by Governor Lamont. The Department of Consumer Protection then submitted recommendations to the Legislative Regulation Review Committee (LRRC). On February 25, 2026, the LRRC approved the official language, designating Mitragyna speciosa (kratom), including its leaves, stem, and any extracts, as a Schedule 1 controlled substance. This action makes all forms of kratom illegal, a change from its previously restricted status.
Update History
Mar 10, 2026Connecticut Kratom Legal Status Update
Connecticut — Public Act 25-101 (related to HB6855): Public Act 25-101, stemming from House Bill 6855, passed the House and Senate in June 2025 and was signed into law by Governor Lamont. The Department of Consumer Protection then submitted recommendations to the Legislative Regulation Review Committee (LRRC). On February 25, 2026, the LRRC approved the official language, designating Mitragyna speciosa (kratom), including its leaves, stem, and any extracts, as a Schedule 1 controlled substance. This action makes all forms of kratom illegal, a change from its previously restricted status.. Status: BANNED.
Public Act 25-101, stemming from House Bill 6855, passed the House and Senate in June 2025 and was signed into law by Governor Lamont. The Department of Consumer Protection then submitted recommendations to the Legislative Regulation Review Committee (LRRC). On February 25, 2026, the LRRC approved the official language, designating Mitragyna speciosa (kratom), including its leaves, stem, and any extracts, as a Schedule 1 controlled substance. This action makes all forms of kratom illegal, a change from its previously restricted status.
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