H.R.2811 - To amend title 18, United States Code, to include constrictor snakes of the species Python genera as an injurious animal.

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  • Official: To amend title 18, United States Code, to include constrictor snakes of the species Python genera as an injurious animal. as introduced.

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6/10/2009--Introduced.Amends the federal criminal code to add the constrictor snake of the species Python genera to the list of injurious species that are prohibited from being shipped or imported into the United States.

Organizations Supporting H.R.2811

  • Animal Welfare Institute
  • Born Free USA
  • great lakes united
  • Humane Society Legislative Fund
  • Humane Society of the United States
  • natural areas association
  • ...and 9 more. See all.

Organizations Opposing H.R.2811

  • California Reptile and Invertebrate Society
  • Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC)
  • pethobbyist.com
  • Responsible Exotic Animal Ownership
  • united states association of reptile keepers
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