Preventing Future Pandemics: Wildlife Trade Ban
This act aims to reduce the risk of future pandemics by restricting the trade of wild animals in markets. It prohibits the import, export, and sale of live wild animals for human consumption in the U.S., and promotes international cooperation to close similar markets globally. Citizens may experience increased health security and potential changes in the availability of certain products.
Key points
Prohibits the import, export, and sale of live wild animals (mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians) for human consumption in the U.S., excluding lawful hunting.
Supports international efforts to close wildlife markets worldwide and combat illegal trafficking, while considering the needs of local communities.
Allows for economic and diplomatic sanctions against countries that continue to permit commercial wildlife markets or fail to combat illegal trade.
Allocates funds for developing alternative food sources and strengthening zoonotic disease surveillance systems in developing countries.
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