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Residents and veterans now have a year to advocate for kratom's role in pain relief and support as officials prepare for a state ban.

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Advocates, veterans have one year to make case as kratom ban takes effect
Officials acknowledged patients and veterans use kratom for pain and disorder support and said advocacy groups have a one-year window to testify and seek reconsideration while the state ban is in place.
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September 8, 2026 at 12:27 PM
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Springfield City Council is revolutionizing hiring by prioritizing skills and experience over degrees, especially for veterans—could this be the future of employment?

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Springfield Council explores veterans' hiring preferences and skills-based policies
Councilors discuss expanding veterans' hiring preferences and the importance of experience over degrees.
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February 25, 2025 at 8:10 PM