What did President Abraham Lincoln do in 1862 to help influence food regulation in America? (1 point) Responses He passed two laws: The Meat Inspection Act and The Food and Drugs act. He passed two laws: The Meat Inspection Act and The Food and Drugs act. He appointed the first chemist to serve in the Department of Agriculture. He appointed the first chemist to serve in the Department of Agriculture. He required all bread to be made with standard ingredients and no unnecessary fillers. He required all bread to be made with standard ingredients and no unnecessary fillers. He founded the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control.
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President Abraham Lincoln did not specifically influence food regulation in America in 1862. However, during his presidency, he did sign the Homestead Act which provided government-owned land to farmers, promoting agricultural prosperity and ensuring food security. He also established the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 1862, which plays a crucial role in regulating and ensuring the safety of the nation's food supply.