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Virginia Bans Cosmetic Animal Testing: Which Other States Have Similar Laws?
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It is the fourth U.S. state to introduce such a law
Many other states are also considering similar laws
Virginia has now decided to prohibit the testing of cosmetics on animals and the sale of any such products. It is the fourth state in the United States to introduce such a law.
Gov. Ralph Northam signed the Humane Cosmetics Act earlier this week. The law prohibits cosmetics testing on animals by cosmetics manufacturers in the Commonwealth areas and it will take effect on Jan. 1, 2022. It also prevents companies from selling animal-tested cosmetics in the state.
Highly Contagious Rabbit Disease Outbreak In Utah: What You Need To Know
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The disease can cause deaths within days after contracting it
Officials recently confirmed the presence of the disease in northeastern Utah
A highly contagious rabbit disease has now spread to northeastern Utah, officials have warned, urging people to take necessary steps to protect their pets from the deadly disease.
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Serotype 2 (RHDV2) is a very contagious disease that is caused by a calicivirus called rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), unlike other rabbit hemorrhagic viruses, RHDV2 can affect both domestic and wild rabbits.