HR 4922
Lacey Act Amendments of 2023
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Bill overview
This bill, the Lacey Act Amendments of 2023, aims to strengthen protections against the illegal import and transport of harmful animal species within the United States. It expands the Secretary of the Interior’s authority to issue emergency designations prohibiting the import of certain species if they pose a threat to human health, agriculture, or wildlife. The bill also establishes a presumption against importing species not native to the U.S. that have been previously imported or transported, unless the Secretary determines they don't pose a significant risk of invasiveness. Finally, it requires the Secretary to define ‘minimal quantities’ for import restrictions and sets a one-year timeline for the implementation of these changes.
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Jerry L. Carl
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