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Richard Burr: It is crucial, that as this legislation is implemented, a clear distinction be drawn between 'innocent' owners in the…

On the recordMay 7, 2012
It is crucial, that as this legislation is implemented, a clear distinction be drawn between 'innocent' owners in the supply chain who in good faith trade in wood products that they believe to be legally harvested abroad, and those who knowingly traffic in illegal material.
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Richard Burr
Republican · North Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Burr emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between innocent and guilty parties in enforcement of the Lacey Act.

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