Bans the importation, transportation, and possession of certain African wildlife species and products in New York.
The "Big Five African Trophies Act" amends the environmental conservation law to prohibit the importation, transportation, and possession of parts or products from the African Elephant, African Leopard, African Lion, Black Rhinoceros, White Rhinoceros, and African Giraffe. Exceptions include items possessed before the act's effective date with a certificate of possession, items for scientific or educational purposes, and items transferred to legal heirs or beneficiaries of a trust. Violators face penalties, including fines and imprisonment.
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