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16 U.S.C. 4727: Intentional introductions policy reviewText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 16-CONSERVATIONCHAPTER 67-AQUATIC NUISANCE PREVENTION AND CONTROL

§4727. Intentional introductions policy review

Within one year of November 29, 1990, the Task Force shall, in consultation with State fish and wildlife agencies, other regional, State and local entities, potentially affected industries and other interested parties, identify and evaluate approaches for reducing the risk of adverse consequences associated with intentional introduction of aquatic organisms and submit a report of their findings, conclusions and recommendations to the Congress.

( Pub. L. 101–646, title I, § 1207 , Nov. 29, 1990 , 104 Stat. 4771 ; Pub. L. 104–332, § 2(g) , (h)(1), Oct. 26, 1996 , 110 Stat. 4091 .)

Editorial Notes

Amendments

1996⁠—Pub. L. 104–332, § 2(h)(1), made technical amendment to Pub. L. 101–646, § 1207, which enacted this section.

Pub. L. 104–332, § 2(g), substituted “Congress” for “appropriate Committees”.