Bill · S. 2162· Senate(119-S-2162)
Kangaroo Protection Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 6/25/2025
- Last activity
- 6/25/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
- Sponsored by
- Tammy Duckworth
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Kangaroo Protection Act of 2025 aims to prohibit certain activities involving kangaroos and their products. Under this bill, it would be illegal to bring a kangaroo into the United States for commercial purposes or to sell one. Additionally, the act prohibits the manufacture, sale, advertisement, or distribution of any kangaroo product in interstate commerce. Violators could face fines of up to $10,000, imprisonment for up to one year, or both. The Secretary of Commerce will be responsible for issuing necessary regulations to implement these rules.
Yes
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+3
The bill provides a level of protection for kangaroo species by prohibiting their commercial trade.
Does this give the federal government more power?+2
The bill expands federal regulatory authority over the trade of specific wildlife products.
The opposite
Would business owners be better off under this?-3
Business owners involved in the sale or manufacture of kangaroo products will face significant legal and commercial restrictions.
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?-2
The bill restricts the trade of specific goods, which could negatively impact businesses involved in the trade of kangaroo products.
Does this make it easier to do business across state lines?-2
The bill restricts interstate commerce regarding kangaroo products.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Establishment of clear prohibitions on kangaroo commerce: By prohibiting the sale, possession with intent to sell, or bringing of kangaroos into the country for commercial purposes (Section 2(b)(1)), the bill regulates how these animals are handled in the United States.
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Regulation of kangaroo products: The bill prevents the manufacture, sale, or distribution of items made from kangaroos in interstate commerce (Section 2(b)(2)), which controls the movement of these specific goods.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Criminal penalties for violations: Individuals who knowingly violate the rules regarding kangaroos or their products face fines of up to $10,000 and/or up to one year in prison (Section 2(c)(1)).
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Legal burdens on commerce: The act prohibits the advertisement, transport, or distribution of kangaroo products in interstate commerce (Section 2(b)(2)), which impacts those involved in the trade of such items.
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Legal risks regarding possession: A person can be deemed to have committed an offense in the specific district where they took or possessed the kangaroo or product (Section 2(c)(3)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners-3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection-2
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+2Improves Interstate Commerce-2
- 6/25/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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Cory BookerDemocrat · New Jersey