16 U.S.C. § 4907
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- (a)The Secretary shall—
- (1)review periodically the trade in species of exotic birds that are not listed in any Appendix to the Convention; and
- (2)after notice and an opportunity for public comment, establish a moratorium or quota on—
- (A)importation of any species of exotic birds from one or more countries of origin for the species, if the Secretary determines that—
- (B)the importation of all species of exotic birds from a particular country, if—
- (i)the country has not developed and implemented a management program for exotic birds in trade generally, that ensures both the conservation and the humane treatment of exotic birds during capture, transport, and maintenance; and
- (ii)the Secretary finds that the moratorium or quota is necessary for the conservation of the species or is otherwise consistent with the purpose of this chapter.
- (b)The Secretary shall terminate a quota or moratorium established under subsection (a) if the Secretary finds that the reasons for establishing the quota or moratorium no longer exist.