1. Lacey Act of 1900
Michael Chang
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2. Lacey Act of 1900 Signed by McKinley in 1900
Administered by Departments of Interior, Commerce and Agriculture
Significant amendments in 1969, 1981, 1988, and 2008
National Law
John F. Lacey

3. Details Prohibits trade of illegally obtained wildlife, fish, plants
Prohibits falsification of documents for wildlife shipments
Protects plants and wildlife
Created a penal system for violations
Fines up to $10,000 and a year in jail

4. Goals Preserve game and birds by making it a federal crime
Stop potential introduction of exotic species into native ecosystems
Bolster state laws that already protect plants and wildlife