Contact Your Legislator
Your voice matters. Lawmakers need to hear from constituents about the dangers of unregulated kratom sales. Use the tools below to find and contact your representatives at the state and federal level.
Legislators at the state and federal level are considering bills that would either restrict kratom sales or legalize and regulate them through industry-backed “Kratom Consumer Protection Acts.” Your representatives need to hear the real-world consequences: poison control calls, family stories, dependence, withdrawal, and mortality data.
A single phone call, email, or in-district meeting can affect whether a legislator votes to protect public health or expand the market.
You have both state and federal representatives. Use the official tools below to identify who represents you. Enter your full address for the most accurate results.
Federal Legislators
Your U.S. Senators and U.S. Representative
- Both U.S. Senators represent your entire state.
- Your U.S. Representative is based on your congressional district.
Official source: Congress.gov
State Legislators
Your State Senator and State Representative
- Every state has its own legislature, usually with two chambers.
- State legislators handle kratom-specific bills, including KCPA proposals.
Official source: USA.gov
Pro tip: Bookmark their official websites. Look for office phone numbers, email forms, and “Contact” or “Constituent Services” pages.
Legislators offer several ways to be reached. Each serves a different purpose.
Phone Call
Best for: Quick, urgent messages.
You will usually speak with a staffer. Be polite, brief, and clear. Ask for your position to be noted.
Email / Web Form
Best for: Detailed, thoughtful messages.
Write a concise letter. Include your full address so they know you are a constituent. Attach relevant evidence when appropriate.
Postal Mail
Best for: Formal correspondence.
Use district office addresses during recess and capitol addresses when in session. Allow extra delivery time.
In-Person Meeting
Best for: Building a relationship.
Call the district office to schedule an appointment. Bring a one-page leave-behind with your key points.
- Identify yourself as a constituent. Open with your name and address.
- Be clear and concise. State the bill number if known, and say whether you support or oppose it.
- Share your personal story. Explain why kratom scheduling or a ban matters to you.
- Stick to one issue per contact. Do not dilute your message.
- Be respectful. Even when you disagree, professionalism is remembered.
- Ask for a response. Example: “Will you support banning kratom products?”
- Follow up. A thank-you note after a meeting or call reinforces your message.
Sample Message
“My name is [Your Name], and I live at [Your Address] in your district. I am writing to urge you to support legislation restricting the sale of kratom products. As a constituent, I am concerned about poison control calls, deaths involving mitragynine, and the lack of FDA oversight. Please vote YES on [Bill Number] to protect our community. Thank you for your service.”
Beyond contacting your own legislators, you can engage directly with the legislative process:
- Track legislation: Use your state legislature's website, such as ILGA.gov in Illinois, to monitor kratom-related bills.
- File a witness slip: In many states, you can submit formal testimony online for or against a bill, even without attending a hearing.
- Attend committee hearings: Most state legislatures stream hearings online. You can also attend in person to show public interest.