Elephant Protection Act of 1979

Summary

Elephant Protection Act of 1979 - Prohibits the importation into or exportation from the United States of African elephants or elephant products. Prohibits the acquisition, transportation, or sale in interstate commerce of such products imported in violation of this Act. Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to grant permits for the importation or exportation of elephants and elephant products if: (1) the Secretary finds the wildlife management authorities of the nation in which such products originate are developing an elephant conservation program according to specified criteria; (2) the products can be traced as coming from a particular nation; or (3) such products are for zoological, educational, or scientific purposes or to enhance elephant propagation. Prescribes conditions for the granting of such permits. Requires the Secretary to report to Congress concerning the granting of such permits. Sets forth civil and criminal penalties for violations of this Act. Authorizes the payment of rewards to persons furnishing information concerning violations of this Act. Grants specified search and seizure powers for enforcement furnishing information concerning violations of this Act. Grants specified search and seizure powers for enforcement of this Act by authorized persons. Provides for the forfeiture of elephants, elephant products, or vehicles aiding in the acquisition or transportation of such products contrary to the provisions of this Act. Supersedes the Endangered Species Act, the Tariff Act, and State laws regarding elephant and elephant products.

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• Passed House amended

  summary · EN · 19 December 1979

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• Reported to House with amendment(s)

  summary · EN · 14 December 1979

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• Reported to House amended, Part I

  summary · EN · 27 November 1979

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 28 June 1979

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