§ 230.1 Purpose and scope.
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et seq.et seq.et seq.The purpose of the regulations in this part is to implement the Whaling Convention Act (16 U.S.C. 916 ) by prohibiting whaling except for aboriginal subsistence whaling allowed by the International Whaling Commission. Provisions of the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1361 ) and the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 ) also pertain to human interactions with whales. Rules elsewhere in this chapter govern such topics as scientific research permits, and incidental take and harassment of marine mammals.
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