Guidance to all Local and Regional Boards of Health

Possession or distribution of kratom by any food, retail or other commercial establishment shall constitute an imminent health hazard. While the order stated in 105 CMR 726.004 is in effect, a board of health or an authorized agent, the local inspection department or the equivalent, or a municipal government or its agent may, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 111, § 30 and any regulation promulgated pursuant thereto, take any enforcement action consistent with a finding of an imminent health hazard, up to and including summary suspension of a municipal license or permit held by the establishment including, but not limited to, a permit to operate. The Commissioner may issue other guidance under 105 CMR 726.006 as may be necessary. EMERGENCY