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Migratory Bird Treaty Act

A federal law that makes it illegal to hunt, capture, possess, or sell migratory birds, their parts, nests, or eggs, except as permitted by regulation. It implements four international treaties between the U.S. and other countries.

Alaska Native

A person who is a member of an Indian Tribe based in Alaska, verified by a tribal enrollment card, a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood, or a permit from the Silver Hand program.

Authentic Alaska Native article of handicraft

An item made mostly of natural materials found or gifted, and produced, decorated, or fashioned significantly by an Alaska Native using traditional methods, without mass-copying devices.

Nonedible migratory bird parts

Portions of migratory birds, such as feathers or bones, that are not consumed as food and are often used for decorative or ceremonial purposes in crafts.

Bilateral procedures

Agreements or understandings reached between two countries to coordinate their actions or policies, in this case, regarding migratory bird treaties.

Treaty (or Convention)

A formal agreement between two or more countries, similar to a contract, that creates legal obligations for those countries. In this context, these treaties are about protecting migratory birds.