1. Lacey Act of 1900 Draft Year: 1900
Amendment Years: most recently May 2008
National legislation
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2. Description of Function; Environmental Issues Affected
The Lacey Act protects both plants and wildlife by creating civil and criminal penalties for a wide array of violations, and most notably prohibits trade in wildlife, fish, and plants that have been illegally taken, transported or sold. The law is still in effect, although it has been amended several times.

3. Responsible party
Agency/Group Responsible for Regulation and Enforcement: Introduced into Congress by Rep. John F. Lacey of the act was signed into law on May 25, 1900.