HR 2166 · 106th Congress · Animals

Bear Protection Act of 1999

Introduced 1999-06-10· Sponsored by Rep. Porter, John Edward [R-IL-10]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.(2000-09-21)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Bear Protection Act of 1999 - Prohibits any person from: (1) importing bear viscera into, or exporting it from, the United States; or (2) selling bear viscera, bartering, offering it for sale or barter, or purchasing, possessing, transporting, delivering, or receiving it in interstate or foreign commerce. Subjects persons who violate such prohibitions to specified penalties. Waives such prohibition for wildlife law enforcement purposes where a valid permit has been issued. Requires the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of State to discuss issues involving such trade with the appropriate representatives of countries that are the leading importers, exporters, or consumers of such products. Requires the Secretary of the Interior to report to Congress on the progress of efforts to end illegal trade in bear viscera.…

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CBO Cost Estimate

Congressional Budget Office

H.R. 2166, Bear Protection Act of 1999

Sep 25, 2000

Cost estimate for the bill as ordered reported by the House Committee on International Relations on September 21, 2000

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Cosponsors (20)

14 Democrats6 Republicans