An Act To amend the Act of August 24, 1966, relating to the care of certain animals used for purposes of research, experimentation, exhibition, or held for sale as pets
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PrintThis Act may be cited as the "Animal Welfare Act of 1970". Amendments to the Act of August 24, 1966 (Public Law 89-544; 80 Stat. 350) include definitions for: affecting commerce; research facility; dealer; animal; and exhibitor. Additional regulations are promulgated concerning: registration; purchase restrictions; enforcement; recordkeeping; identification; humane standards, auction sales; experts and consultants; inspections; penalties; and dealer license suspension.
United States Animal Welfare Act of 1970
Smithsonian Legal Documents
Statutes at Large
84 Stat. 1560 (1970); Pub. L. No. 91-579 (Book)
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Public Law
Number of pages: 6; Page Numbers: 1560-65