Service animals are covered under which legislation?

The correct answer is that service animals are covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This legislation specifically defines and addresses the rights and use of service animals, which are trained to perform tasks for individuals with disabilities. Under the ADA, only dogs (and in some cases, miniature horses) are recognized as service animals, and they must be individually trained to assist a person with a disability. This law also ensures that individuals with disabilities can access public places with their service animals.

While the Fair Housing Act does provide some protections related to assistance animals in housing situations, it does not have the same specific definitions or requirements as the ADA regarding service animals. The Rehabilitation Act also addresses accessibility but primarily focuses on federal programs and does not have the same scope related to service animals in public accommodations. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act pertains to the education of children with disabilities and does not address service animals directly.