Update on Humane Transport of Wild Mammals and Birds to the United States

Summary

The U.S. government is seeking public input on updating the standards for humane and healthful transport of wild mammals and birds to the United States, with the goal of aligning with international requirements and meeting obligations under the Lacey Act Amendments of 1981 and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). The current regulations, last updated in 1993, are no longer considered adequate and require revisions to ensure compliance with the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) Live Animal Regulations (LAR).