mar 2, 1807 - Signs Act (2 Stat 426) prohibiting importation of slaves into any place within the jurisdiction of the United States after January 1, 1808. Also calls for forfeiture of vessels in the slave trade. But, imported slaved remain subject to state regulations. Transporting slaves within the United States is permitted
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