The bill aims to safeguard bear populations by prohibiting the interstate and international trade of bear viscera and products containing them. It acknowledges the decline in bear populations due to poaching for traditional medicines and cosmetics. The Act outlines penalties for violation and allowance for enforcement activities. It also encourages discussions with CITES parties to address bear conservation and trade issues. While the bill protects bears, it respects Native American rituals and doesn't interfere with state bear population regulation or lawful bear hunting.