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H.R.1817: Chemical Poisons Reduction Act of 2017
About This Bill
- Introduced March 30, 2017
- Latest Major Action April 21, 2017
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
18 (17 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 30, 2017
Bill Summary
Chemical Poisons Reduction Act of 2017 This bill prohibits the use of sodium fluoroacetate (i.e., Compound 1080) and sodium cyanide in a predator control device. It imposes criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to two years, or both—on a violator. A predator control device is a dispenser, livestock collar, or gas cartridge that propels, releases, or emits sodium fluoroacetate or sodium cyanide for wildlife management or animal control...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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April 21, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
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March 30, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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March 30, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Peter A. DeFazio (D-Ore.) |