HR 12710 · 95th Congress · Predator control

Predator Conservation Act

Introduced 1978-05-12· Sponsored by Rep. Whitehurst, G. William [R-VA-2]· House

Bill Progress

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Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries.(1978-05-12)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Predator Conservation Act - Prohibits the taking of wolves or other predators on public lands by private individuals or Federal or State agencies. Permits the taking of any individual predator, upon order of the Secretary of the Interior or the Secretary of Agriculture, upon a demonstration that such predator has been killing domestic livestock. Prohibits the use of aircraft in taking predators. Prescribes civil and criminal penalties for violation of this Act.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Democrat
Rep. Harrington, Michael J. [D-MA-6]