1. Lacey Act of 1900 Andrea Bower Period 3 Apes

2. Lacey Act of 1900 Draft year: 1900 Amendment year: May 22, 2008 International

3. Description of Function/Environmental Issues Affected Protects plants and wildlife Prohibits trade in wildlife, fish, and plants that have been illegally taken, transported or sold creates civil and criminal penalties for violating the Act Affects plant and wildlife protection, invasive species, intrastate trade/trafficking of wildlife, and extinction of birds

4. Agency/Group Responsible for Regulation Lacey Act is administered by the Departments of Interior, Commerce, and Agriculture and their respective agencies (includes US Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and Animal and Plant Inspection Service)