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H.R. 1817

Chemical Poisons Reduction Act of 2017

Chemical Poisons Reduction Act of 2017

This bill prohibits the use of sodium fluoroacetate (i.e., Compound 1080) and sodium cyanide in a predator control device. It imposes criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to two years, or both—on a violator.

A predator control device is a dispenser, livestock collar, or gas cartridge that propels, releases, or emits sodium fluoroacetate or sodium cyanide for wildlife management or animal control purposes.

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4](D-OR)Sponsor
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  1. Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

    Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee
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    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  3. IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

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    Introduced in House

Chemical Poisons Reduction Act of 2017 — Informed