APHIS builds and maintains a world-class system that safeguards the health of animals, plants and ecosystems in the United States. They foster safe agricultural trade worldwide, resulting in abundant and affordable agricultural products for U.S. consumers and the rest of the world.

This entity helps in the facilitation of the exportation of animals by certifying commodities and help industry and states with export programs to support safe export.

They enhance the well-being of animals covered by the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and the Horse Protection Act (HPA)

Improve compliance with the regulations for the import and export of all animals.

Develop a national center for education, outreach, liaison and training. Develop and implement regulations consistent with the revision to the Animal Welfare Act.

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