Bill > HR1992

This bill seeks to protect specific species of kangaroos by prohibiting commercial activities involving these animals and their products in the United States. The bill defines four specific kangaroo species—western grey, eastern grey, common wallaroo, and red kangaroo—and establishes that it is unlawful to bring these animals into the country for commercial purposes, possess them with intent to sell, or sell them. Similarly, the bill makes it illegal to introduce, manufacture, sell, trade, advertise, transport, or distribute kangaroo products across state lines. Violations of these provisions can result in significant penalties, including fines up to $10,000, imprisonment for up to one year, or both. Each violation is considered a separate offense, and the legal jurisdiction for prosecution is determined by where the defendant was in possession of the kangaroo or kangaroo product. The Secretary of Commerce is tasked with developing regulations to implement this act in consultation with other relevant government agencies, and the provisions will take effect 180 days after the bill's enactment, giving stakeholders time to adjust to the new restrictions.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1992/all-info