1. The Endangered Species Act- 1988
Originally approved December 28, 1973
In 1982, 1985, and 1988 amendments were made
National
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2. ESA Gives a list of species that are threatened and endangered
Eliminates the unauthorized ownership and selling of endangered species
Lets people acquire land for the purpose of conservation of certain species
Allows for adequate punishments when the regulations are violated, and rewards when someone convicts another
1988 amendment:
Redefines “person” to clarify in relation to corporations
Requires certain monitoring and reports from different groups such as the Secretary of Interior
Requires five-year monitoring for species that have been taken off the list
Prohibits destruction to endangered plants
Etc.

3. The United States Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are responsible for administering it