North Dakota lawmakers call for regulation of kratom over 'flat-out ban'
North Dakota's governor banned kratom products with little advance warning, taking effect on a specific date. Kratom is a substance that some people use, and the ban has prompted concern among those affected. There is disagreement about whether the ban was handled appropriately.
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National story. 14 articles from 6 sources. Updated Aug 8, 2026.
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1 sourceGov. Armstrong announces special session, emergency actions to ban kratom in North Dakota
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4 sourcesRan by 4 outlets· Grand Forks Herald, The Dickinson Press, +2 more
Ran by 4 outlets· The Dickinson Press, Grand Forks Herald, +2 more
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2 developments- Aug 3North Dakota governor calls special session to ban kratom
- Aug 4North Dakota health leader explains concerns over kratom
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Quiet for 74 daysLast development · Aug 4 — North Dakota health leader explains concerns over kratom
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