It helps if you actually do your own research and READ the proposed bill...as I did.

I believe there are a few preconceived notions already in circulation here.

This bill actually allows the Secretary of the Interior to create a list of approved and prohibited species to enter and circulate within the U.S. There are roughly 11 guidelines, however the one of most importance, related to BP's and other already "commonly" owned exotic animals is Section 4 paragraph (b) subtext (1) part (B) "may be harmful to the United States’ economy, the environment, or other animal species’ or human health, but already are so widespread in the United States that it is clear to the Secretary that any import prohibitions or restrictions would have no practical utility for the United States."

The most important part of this line "but already are so widespread in the United States that it is clear to the Secretary that any import prohibitions or restrictions would have no practical utility for the United States." Not to mention the first portion about causing harm to the economy... that is if restricted, as someone stated above, BP's and commonly traded species would cause serious damage to the already stressed economy.

Of course the list would STILL be subject to the whims of the Secretary of Interior and that is where the hidden danger is.

to actually read the proposal, go to http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill...?bill=h111-669