7. States bordering the Great Lakes enact legislation requir…
7. States bordering the Great Lakes enact legislation requiring inspections of vessels and commercial vehicles entering the state to prevent the introduction of invasive, non-indigenous fish species into the Great Lakes. The legislation also requires inspections of all vessels and persons using docks bordering the lakes, including in-state residents, and the legislation applies to both in-state and out-of-state businesses alike. The states argue that these are environmental protective measures. You do not live in one of these states, but you operate a business that transports live, fresh fish across state lines to restaurants located just inside one of these Great Lakes states. The inspections impose only minor costs and inconvenience and do not substantially delay your deliveries. Nevertheless, you challenge the legislation as unconstitutional. Will you likely succeed?
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