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Wildlife Law Historical Considerations
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Which of the following is considered the first comprehensive wildlife protection law in the United States?
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The Lacey Act
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The Lacey Act, enacted in 1900, was the first comprehensive federal law in the United States to protect wildlife. It prohibited the interstate transport of illegally taken wildlife and established penalties for violations.