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16 U.S.C. 4916: Relationship to State lawText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 16-CONSERVATIONCHAPTER 69-WILD EXOTIC BIRD CONSERVATION
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§4916. Relationship to State law

Nothing in this chapter may be construed as precluding the regulation under State law of the sale, transfer, or possession of exotic birds if such regulation⁠—

(1)  does not authorize any sale, transfer, or possession of exotic birds that is prohibited under this chapter; and

(2)  is consistent with the international obligations of the United States.

( Pub. L. 102–440, title I, § 117 , Oct. 23, 1992 , 106 Stat. 2233 .)