The PRIMATE Act would ban the importation of nonhuman primates into the United States, with limited exceptions. The law would prohibit any person from importing primates into the country, though zoos and aquariums accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums could still import them if they certify the animals will not be used in research, testing, or breeding for those purposes. The legislation would be enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, which would deny clearance for shipments containing prohibited primates. Violators could face civil penalties of up to $50,000 per violation, and any illegally imported primates would be seized by the government. The Treasury Department would be required to issue detailed regulations to implement the ban within one year of the law's enactment.
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