Kratom does not meet the criteria of the 8 factor analysis that determines whether a substance should be scheduled. Additionally, banning Kratom hurts the many Virginians who consume Kratom to manage their chronic pain. Many consumers have successfully withdrawn from harmful substances with the aid of Kratom. Kratom needs to be regulated. We have a Kratom Consumer Protection Act in Virginia that sets an age requirement in order to purchase Kratom. It includes provisions for labeling and manufacturing.