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- H.R.2016
H.R.2016: Refuge From Cruel Trapping Act
About This Bill
- Introduced April 23, 2015
- Latest Major Action May 26, 2015
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
86 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Refuge From Cruel Trapping Act Amends the National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966 to prohibit the use or possession of body-gripping traps in the National Wildlife Refuge System. Imposes on persons who possess or use such traps in the System: (1) for a first offense, a civil fine of up to $500 for each body-gripping trap possessed or used; and (2) for subsequent offenses, a civil fine of up to $1,000 for each body-gripping...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 26, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
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| April 23, 2015 |
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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| April 23, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Nita M. Lowey (D-N.Y.) |