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HR 1992119th CongressIn Committee
Kangaroo Protection Act of 2025
Introduced: Mar 10, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1] (R-Pennsylvania)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Kangaroo Protection Act of 2025 prohibits the commercial import, sale, and distribution of kangaroos and kangaroo products in the United States, with criminal penalties of up to $10,000 fine or 1 year imprisonment.
Key Points
- 1Prohibits commercial import and sale of kangaroos and kangaroo products
- 2Applies to four specific kangaroo species
- 3Imposes criminal penalties up to $10,000 fine or 1 year imprisonment
- 4Effective 180 days after enactment
- 5Authorizes Secretary of Commerce to issue implementing regulations
- 6Each violation constitutes a separate offense
Impact Areas
Kangaroo importers and sellersPet and exotic animal industryWildlife protectionCustoms and border enforcementConsumers of kangaroo products
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