The Secretary of Agriculture may develop a program to maintain in all regions of the United States a sufficient number of Federal and State veterinarians and veterinary teams, including those based at colleges of veterinary medicine, who are well trained in recognition and diagnosis of exotic and endemic animal diseases and who are capable of providing effective services before, during, and after emergencies.
Structure US Code
CHAPTER 109— ANIMAL HEALTH PROTECTION
§ 8303. Restriction on importation or entry
§ 8306. Seizure, quarantine, and disposal
§ 8307. Inspections, seizures, and warrants
§ 8308. Detection, control, and eradication of diseases and pests
§ 8308a. Animal disease prevention and management
§ 8309. Veterinary accreditation program
§ 8311. Reimbursable agreements
§ 8312. Administration and claims
§ 8315. Regulations and orders
§ 8316. Authorization of appropriations
§ 8319. Surveillance of zoonotic diseases
§ 8320. Expansion of Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service activities