Animal Welfare Act
/ˈænɪməl ˈwɛlfɛər ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A statute enacted to regulate the treatment of animals in research, exhibition, transport, and by dealers, ensuring humane care and use.
The Animal Welfare Act requires research facilities to follow strict standards for animal care.
Forms
- animal welfare act
- animal welfare acts
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Commentary
The term typically refers to the U.S. Animal Welfare Act of 1966 and its amendments; when drafting, specify jurisdiction as multiple countries have analogous statutes under this title.
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