Massachusetts S519 prohibits the sale, purchase, or possession with intent to sell ivory and rhinoceros horn, with exceptions.

Massachusetts S519 amends the General Laws to prohibit the sale, purchase, or possession with intent to sell ivory and rhinoceros horn, with exceptions. The bill establishes penalties for violations, including fines and imprisonment. Exceptions include items legally acquired before certain dates, items legally imported under federal law, and items transferred as part of an estate. The bill also establishes an Elephant Ivory and Rhinoceros Horn Trafficking Enforcement Fund to support enforcement and educational efforts.

Massachusetts S519 prohibits the sale, purchase, or possession with intent to sell ivory and rhinoceros horn, with exceptions.

Massachusetts S519 amends the General Laws to prohibit the sale, purchase, or possession with intent to sell ivory and rhinoceros horn, with exceptions. The bill establishes penalties for violations, including fines and imprisonment. Exceptions include items legally acquired before certain dates, items legally imported under federal law, and items transferred as part of an estate. The bill also establishes an Elephant Ivory and Rhinoceros Horn Trafficking Enforcement Fund to support enforcement and educational efforts.