Panel Discussions Panel - State Laws on Non-Native Reptiles & Amphibians Their is a fine line between what makes a non-native species a pet and what makes it an invasive species. This 2 hour panel discussion is to review the role and impact of State laws on non-native reptiles and amphibians, review issues with current or proposed laws and regulations, and work together to determine and suggest resolutions. Afterwards participants will be allowed to "break out" into smaller groups to continue the discussion informally. If you know of specific examples of problems or issues State laws on non-native reptiles and amphibians we may list here, please contact us. Panelists are invited by our panels commmittee. To suggest a panelist or to volunteer your services for our panels committee to help us determine the best panelists, please contact us. Proposed Topics Do laws restricting native species ownership open the doors to exotics? What makes an exotic species a potential invasive or injurious species? Should all privately owned non-native reptiles and amphibians be managed by the state through licenses or permits? Should there be state laws restricting large non-native species; pythons, boas, monitor lizards for safety? Should there be state laws restricting venomous non-native species; cobras, mambas, gaboons for safety? Should the state set caging requirements for reptiles and amphibians? Should violations of state law incur civil or criminal penalties? Panelists Moderator: Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council Mike Maddox Panelist: Texas Parks & Wildlife Andrew G. Gluesenkamp, State Herpetologist Panelist: Texas Parks & Wildlife Megan Russell, Wildlife Permits Specialist Panelist: Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Captain Linda Harrison Panelist: kingsnake.com Jeff Barringer Panelist: Southwestern Center for Herpetological Research Gerald Keown, Executive Director Panelist: Intl Herp Symposium, Southern Nevada Herp Society Ken Foose, President Panelist: Florida Reptile Industry, The Turtle Source Marc Cantos Panelist: Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council Scott Hardin, Biologist Panelist: World Chelonian Trust, Minnesota Herp Society Glen Jacobsen