Do not ban Kratom or place as a scheduled drug. I had been addicted to pain meds for almost 15 years and read about kratom. I tried getting clean numerous times, too afraid of the withdrawal symptoms and kept failing. Once I discovered Kratom and how to use properly I was finally free and got my life back for myself and my family. Not only does it heal my pain symptoms, kratom has allowed me to remain drug free and has done wonders for my mental state as depression plays a role as well. Do not do this. Please.