Bill > HR4995

This bill, the Kangaroo Protection Act of 2023, aims to prohibit certain activities involving kangaroos and kangaroo products in the United States. The key provisions include defining "kangaroo" and "kangaroo product," making it unlawful to bring kangaroos into the U.S. for commercial purposes, possess with intent to sell, or sell kangaroos, as well as introduce, sell, advertise, or distribute kangaroo products in interstate commerce. The bill also establishes criminal penalties of up to $10,000 in fines or 1 year in prison for violations, with each violation considered a separate offense. The Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with other relevant agencies, is tasked with issuing regulations to implement the provisions, which will take effect 180 days after the bill's enactment.