08/27/2026
On August 19, 2026, the Arlington Board of Health unanimously voted to ban the manufacturing, sale, and distribution of kratom in the town.
Health officials note that kratom can cause dangerous side effects like seizures and hallucinations
On Wednesday, August 19th Arlington’s Board of Health unanimously voted to adopt regulations prohibiting the manufacturing, sale, and distribution of kratom. This new regulation will take effect on August 20, 2026. Kratom is a tree-like plant indigenous to Southeast Asia, that produces stimulant a...