The law described is the Animal Welfare Act of 1966 (originally called the Laboratory Animal Welfare Act).

Why this is the correct answer

  • It was signed into law on August 24, 1966.
  • It was the first major U.S. federal law to regulate who may possess or sell certain animals , especially dealers supplying animals for research and exhibition.
  • It set standards for housing, handling, and care , including minimum requirements for animal living conditions such as housing, sanitation, food, water, and veterinary care.

So, among any choices you were given, the correct one is: Animal Welfare Act of 1966.

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