An array of kratom products that North Dakota Attorney General Drew Wrigley said he purchased at a North Dakota store. The North Dakota Legislature attempted to ban the plant during the 2025 legislative session, but it failed in the House 15-77. "Today, North Dakota joins that list for the safety and well-being of our citizens and kids," he said. When asked why not only ban synthetic kratom, Wrigley said individuals would use more of the natural kratom to get the same opiate effects. ADVERTISEMENTArmstrong called a special session in late January so North Dakota could allocate millions in federal health grants .