Antarctic Protection Act of 1990, United States
From The Encyclopedia of Earth
July 5, 2007, 11:11 pm
Map of Antarctica.
The United States Congress enacted the Antarctic Protection Act of 1990 in recognition of the region's distinct ecosystems and habitats for unique organisms with the potential to benefit scientific research. The Act mandates that any person under US jurisdiction is not to engage in, finance, or knowingly provide assistance to any mineral resource activity in Antarctica. Other wildlife protection provisions are also outlined in the Act.
Further Reading
- Institute of Public Law at the University of New Mexico School of Law. Information on the Antarctic Protection Act.
- The Library of Congress. Summary of the Antarctic Protection Act.
