Cheney approves synthetic kratom ban

By: Clare McGraw

Outlets: Cheney Free Press

Published: June 17, 2026

Words: 248

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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CHENEY — The Cheney City Council unanimously approved Ordinance Z-03 on Tuesday, June 9, prohibiting the sale of synthetic kratom products within city limits following several weeks of public discussion and revisions to the proposed measure.

The ordinance was amended before its final approval to clarify that it applies specifically to synthetic kratom products rather than kratom generally.

City Administrator Ed Meece said the ordinance stems from public safety concerns surrounding synthetic kratom products, many …

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