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Will Environmental Laws Prevent a Wall Through Santa Ana NWR?

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That is precisely what Congress has done with regard to building barriers along the border with Mexico. More than 20 years ago, Congress passed the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA). Photos of US/Mexico border by Jonathan McIntosh. The more comprehensive answer requires background.

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Proposed Changes to Migratory Bird Treaty Act

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Although there has been a split in the courts , “incidental take” has generally been considered within the scope of the MBTA, so harming or killing migratory birds has been illegal regardless of intent. This is known as “strict liability.” of the EIS) to avoid harming birds. The image at the top (via Wikipedia ) is a U.S.

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Proposed Changes to Migratory Bird Treaty Act – Part II

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Although there has been a split in the courts , “incidental take” has generally been considered within the scope of the MBTA, so harming or killing migratory birds has been illegal regardless of intent. This is known as “strict liability.”. The Trump Administration appealed that ruling to the U.S.

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