The question about government oversight of exhibits needs to be broken into two parts: traveling exhibits versus general, as there are quite a few differences.
Concerning traveling exhibits, yes, there is adequate government and public oversight. Remember that traveling exhibits are out in the public eye almost every day. Thousands of people are taking pictures and videos that could be evidence if real abuse was happening. With the advent of cell phone cameras and the Internet, cases of abuse would not be kept quiet for very long!
Enforcement of existing animal welfare laws (meaning more officers) is needed in cases of serious animal abuse. Passing more laws that won’t be enforced will not help any animals.
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