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GEORGIA<\/mark><\/strong><\/span> Logistics for Tomorrow (March 5)<\/strong>
HB968<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 13 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to controlled substances, so as to provide that mitragynine and hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) are Schedule I controlled substances; to repeal provisions relating to the regulation of kratom; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:<\/strong> Introduced on January 14 2026 – 25% progression
Action<\/strong>: 2026-03-06 – House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
Current Status: Current Status of HB 968 (March 2026)<\/strong>
Latest Action:<\/strong> On March 6, 2026<\/strong>, the House Committee Favorably Reported by Substitute<\/strong>.
Tabled, in House Judiciary – Non-Civil Committee<\/a>. A bill to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 13 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to controlled substances, so as to provide that mitragynine and hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) are Schedule I controlled substances; to repeal provisions relating to the regulation of kratom; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for
other purposes.
March 4, 2026 <\/strong>
Progress:<\/strong> The bill has completed its “Second Reading” in the House. It must pass out of committee and then the full House before the “Crossover Day” deadline to remain viable for the session.
Past Movement<\/span><\/strong>
Hearing Date<\/strong>: March 4, 2026 9:00 am EST<\/strong>
Georgia State Capitol
206 Washington Street, SW, Room 132
Atlanta, GA 30334.
Finding Room 132<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Identification:<\/strong> Ensure you have a valid government-issued ID, as it is required for entry.
Context: The 2024 Law vs. HB 968<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n