S 536 · 96th Congress · Animals

A bill to discourage the use of painful devices in the trapping of mammals and birds.

Introduced 1979-03-05· Sponsored by Sen. Bayh, Birch [D-IN]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.(1979-03-05)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Directs the Secretary of the Interior, in consultation with the heads of other departments affected by this Act, to issue and revise regulations from time to time relating to the trapping and capturing of mammals and birds on Federal lands. Requires that such regulations contain standards setting forth the type of trap determined by the Secretary to be the most humane capture method available and which minimizes the possibility of trapping mammals and birds not intended for capture. Authorizes the Secretary to conduct tests necessary to make such determination. Imposes a fine of $500 and/or imprisonment of up to one year for violations of such regulations. Establishes an advisory commission to make recommendations to the Secretary with respect to traps designed or intended for use. Sets forth a procedure for the application and issuance of trapping permits. Imposes a fine of $5,000 and/or imprisonment of one year for the sale, shipment, or transport of any unapproved trap or any animal skin or hide or bird feathers taken in violation of this Act. Requires that traps placed on Federal lands be inspected and emptied every 24 hours in those areas designated by the Secretary. Imposes a…

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