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Invasive Species Act (IAG).

Country
Austria
Type of law
Legislation
Source
FAO , FAOLEX
Abstract
The Invasive Species Act (IAG), published on January 27, 2017, in Salzburg, outlines supplementary measures for implementing EU Regulation No. 1143/2014 on the prevention and management of the introduction and spread of invasive alien species. It defines responsibilities for regional and district authorities, allows the involvement of nature, hunting, and fisheries protection officers, and provides for emergency measures, management and restoration plans, as well as public participation procedures. Violations can be penalized with fines up to €36,500. The primary goal is to effectively protect biodiversity and ecosystems in the Salzburg region. The text consists of 10 Articles.
Attached files
http://faolex.fao.org/docs/pdf/aut235798.pdf
Web site
http://www.ris.bka.gv.at
Long title of text
Act of 25 January 2017 on Accompanying Measures for the Implementation of Regulation (EU) No 1143/2014 on the Prevention and Management of the Introduction and Spread of Invasive Alien Species.
Date of text
Repealed
Yes
Publication reference
Landesgesetzblatt 2017 No. 9.
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Gesetz vom 25. Jänner 2017 über begleitende Maßnahmen zur Durchführung der Verordnung (EU) Nr 1143/2014 über die Prävention und das Management der Einbringung und Ausbreitung invasiver gebietsfremder Arten (Invasive Arten-Gesetz – IAG).
Implements
Regulation (EU) No. 1143/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the prevention and management of the introduction and spread of invasive alien species.
Repealed by
Accompanying Law to EU Legislation.