H.R. 1992: Kangaroo Protection Act of 2025 (119th Congress) Bill Summary

The Kangaroo Protection Act of 2025 aims to limit certain activities concerning kangaroos and products made from kangaroos within the United States. Here are the main components of the bill:

Short Title

The legislation may be referred to as the "Kangaroo Protection Act of 2025."

Definitions

Kangaroo: The bill defines a kangaroo as any dead individual or part of the species, including:
- Macropus fuliginosus (western grey kangaroo)
- Macropus giganteus (eastern grey kangaroo)
- Osphranter robustus (common wallaroo)
- Osphranter rufus (red kangaroo)
Kangaroo Product: This term refers to any item that is made in whole or part from kangaroo material.

Unlawful Acts

Bringing kangaroos into the U.S. for commercial purposes, possessing them with the intent to sell, or selling them.
Introducing or manufacturing kangaroo products for sale, trading, advertising, transporting, or distributing them within the U.S.

Criminal Penalties

If someone knowingly breaks these rules, they could face penalties including:

A fine of up to $10,000, imprisonment for up to one year, or both.
Each violation is treated as a separate offense, and the offense is considered to occur in the district where the kangaroo or product was in possession.

Regulations

The Secretary of Commerce is responsible for developing regulations to implement the provisions of this act. This will be done in consultation with appropriate agencies, including the Attorney General and the Secretary of Agriculture.