These are a few of the
eight-some pages of links (and commentary)
that we provide as part of our online resources in the Guide.
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APHIS
is the branch of the US Department of Agriculture and is responsible for collecting
the Lacey import declarations. Their site offers the official
government position on Lacey and the requirements. Other sites are
offering interpretations and expansions upon The Lacey Act. Some
groups will emphasize the aspects of The Lacey Act which match their own
agenda. For the basic facts, visit APHIS. |
Top page:
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http://www.aphis.usda.gov/plant_health/lacey_act/index.shtml
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Forest-Trends
offers a wide range publications. These are generally very
forcefully written, designed to scare companies. They emphasize
heavily the penalties and the risks in the international wood
trade. They have a number of documents specifically written about supplying Asian countries, including a Chinese language version.
These documents can be given to suppliers to encourage them to take your
demand for support and information in relation to Lacey seriously.
They would not be recommended for customers. |
Top Page:
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http://www.forest-trends.org/
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Direct
to publications:
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http://www.forest-trends.org/resources/publications/publications.php
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Direct
to the Chinese language version |
http://www.forest-trends.org/documents/publications/Lacey%20Act%20Brief_China_EN.pdf
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The
EIA is an environmental group that is very aggressive in their
attempts to stop illegal logging around the world. Their site is
often used as a reference by companies and organizations who want the
more emotional approach to the Lacey Act. The EIA has stated that they intend to
gather and provide the Department of Justice with evidence of American
companies importing illegal material. |
Top Page:
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http://www.eia-global.org/
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This
is an excellent article about the EIA's work around the
world. Make sure you and your suppliers are familiar with
these issues.
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http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2008/10/06/081006fa_fact_khatchadourian?currentPage=all
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The
International Wood Products Association provides importers and
foreign exporters with a wide range of resources and excellent
support. If you are not a member now, you should be. |
Top Page:
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http://www.iwpawood.org/
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DoJ (Department of Justice): You can run a search on
"Lacey" and see news reports on prosecutions for violations.
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Top Page:
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http:/www.usdoj.gov/
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The Guide provides links and commentary on many other sites and
includes pages of resources on "Sources for Tracing Legality" and "Wood Information, Species Research and Statistical
Resources." The information is provided both in printed form
and as an electronic file on your CD, so you can go immediately to the
sites referenced.
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