Most other Lacey Act violations involved illegally harvested shellfish, salmon, and other fish resources taken in the United States and transported across State borders. Pre-existing agreements are required and funds can be withdrawn for approved vessel projects. Deferred taxes are recovered by the government through reduction of the vessel's depreciation basis for income tax purposes. This Act specifically direct that salmon hatcheries be established, that engineering and biological surveys and experiments be conducted, and that fish protective devices be installed. It also authorizes agreements with State fishery agencies and the construction of facilities on State-owned lands.
Most casualties involve shrimp nets hanging on bottom debris in the Gulf of Mexico.
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