Captive Primate Safety: Prohibiting Trade and Breeding
This new act bans the import, export, sale, breeding, and possession of most primate species, such as chimpanzees and monkeys, for private individuals. Its goal is to protect these animals and limit their exploitation. Individuals who already own such animals must register them and are prohibited from breeding or selling them, or allowing direct public contact.
Key points
Prohibits import, export, transport, sale, acquisition, and possession of most primate species (e.g., monkeys, chimpanzees) in interstate and foreign commerce.
Bans breeding of primates for private individuals.
Existing primate owners must register their animals within 180 days, and cannot breed, sell, or allow direct public contact with them.
Exemptions include registered research facilities and entities transporting animals to authorized institutions.
Introduced
Citizen Poll