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Protecting Whales and Orcas: Ban on Breeding and Public Display

This new law aims to improve the welfare of certain whale species, such as orcas and beluga whales. It prohibits their capture, import, export, and breeding for public display purposes. Citizens may notice changes in marine parks and aquariums, where these animals will no longer be exhibited, aiming to provide them with better living conditions.
Key points
Prohibition on taking, importing, and exporting orcas, beluga whales, false killer whales, and pilot whales for public display.
Ban on breeding these cetacean species for the purpose of using their offspring for public display.
Permitted transport of these animals only to marine sanctuaries or for release into the wild, prioritizing their well-being.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4740
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Process start date: 2022-08-02