; (C) whether certain acts of animal cruelty demonstrate a tendency or likelihood to commit a future act of violence against humans; (D) the types of violence against humans most commonly associated with certain acts of animal cruelty (such as domestic violence and assault); and (E) recommendations of areas in which future research on animal cruelty is needed; and (2) develop best practices for— (A) early interventions that prevent acts of animal cruelty; and (B) interventions with individuals who have committed acts of animal cruelty to prevent future acts of violence. (c) Recommendations The Director of the National Institute of Justice shall submit to Congress a report containing the specific policy recommendations, based on the study conducted under this section, for legislative and regulatory action at the Federal, State, and local levels to— (1) address the evidence-informed risk factors that may contribute to acts of animal cruelty committed by individuals