What Act, passed in 1765, required colonists to provide supplies and living quarters for British troops?

The Quartering Act of 1765 mandated that American colonists must provide housing, food, and other necessities for British soldiers stationed in the colonies. This legislation was part of a series of measures enacted by the British government to assert control over the colonies and to help offset the costs of maintaining troops in North America. The requirement that colonists accommodate soldiers represented a significant intrusion into their everyday lives and contributed to growing resentment towards British rule.

This act was distinct from other legislation of the period, such as the Stamp Act, which imposed a tax on printed materials, or the Declaratory Act, which asserted Parliament's authority to legislate for the colonies. The Townshend Acts consisted of a series of measures that involved duties on imports. By contrast, the Quartering Act directly involved the colonists' responsibilities toward British troops, making it a particularly controversial and impactful piece of legislation.