Wildlife Rehabilitation State and Federal Regulations, plus Policy Issues

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There are a variety of regulations and policies rehabilitation that govern or affect wildlife rehabilitation from federal, state or provincial, and local governments. Specifics on federal, state or province, and local regulations and policy can be found on agency websites or by contacting agency staff. Regulations include licensing requirements, qualifications, facilities, inspections, release, reporting, and more. This section describes some of the general regulatory framework and trends.