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12/01/2022

ACT NOW: Urge your lawmakers to help increase veterinary services in U.S. Department of Agriculture-designated rural shortage areas. Congress must pass this before the year's end to protect animal and public health! Amplify the voice of the profession in Congress through the AVMA's Congressional Advocacy Network: bit.ly/3B0Ovkn

11/15/2022

UPDATE: Last night the House of Representatives passed the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act! This legislation is critical to ending the inhumane act of horse soring. The PAST Act will now be sent to the Senate for consideration.

Great news! The AVMA-championed PAST Act was passed by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The next step is for the legislation to be voted on by the full House. We are grateful for the bipartisan support in Congress toward ending the cruel act of horse soring.

The AVMA knows how essential it is for the voice of the veterinary community to be heard when important public policy de...

10/13/2022

From Congress to the courtroom, AVMA advocates for veterinarians

The AVMA knows how essential it is for the voice of the veterinary community to be heard when important public policy decisions that impact the profession are being made.

Read the latest American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) article on advocacy, and how YOU can make a difference:

The AVMA’s advocacy on behalf of its members covers practically every aspect of veterinary medicine and takes place in the federal government, courtrooms, and in support of state veterinary associations before their state legislatures.

ICYMI: AVMA congressional fellow, Dr. Jacob Merryman, secures a yearlong advising role to U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibran...

10/10/2022

AVMA fellow Merryman advising Sen. Gillibrand

ICYMI: AVMA congressional fellow, Dr. Jacob Merryman, secures a yearlong advising role to U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and her office.

Read the latest American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) article:

Dr. Jacob Merryman, an AVMA congressional fellow, is spending the next year in the office of U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand as a scientific adviser.

BREAKING: Dr. Jacob Merryman, AVMA’s 2022-2023 congressional fellow, to provide science-based counsel to U.S. Senator Ki...

10/06/2022

2022-2023 AVMA fellow placed in congressional office

BREAKING: Dr. Jacob Merryman, AVMA’s 2022-2023 congressional fellow, to provide science-based counsel to U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and her staff.

Dr. Jacob Merryman, AVMA’s 2022-2023 congressional fellow, has secured a yearlong placement as a full-time staff member in U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand's office.

10/06/2022

Applications are due this Friday, October 7! Check out the AVMA's website for more details: http://bit.ly/3xtssAV

Calling all students - The deadline to apply for the AVMA Government Relations Student Externship program is October 7th. Don't miss this opportunity to learn a facet of veterinary medicine that you won't find in school – and make a difference in shaping the profession. https://bit.ly/3xtssAV

09/29/2022

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09/29/2022

Last week during we joined Human Animal Bond Research Institute - HABRI in presenting Congressman Kurt Schrader with the Human-Animal Bond Lifetime Achievement Award. As a congressional champion of the veterinary profession, we applaud his dedication to protecting animal and public health.

09/22/2022

Great to see such strong support from congressional staff and allied organizations that recognize everything pets do to help maintain human health and our quality of life.

Great news! The AVMA-championed PAST Act was passed by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The next step is for ...

09/22/2022

09/20/2022

The AVMA, our Board of Directors, and our great staff would like to extend a sincere THANK YOU to all of our members for their contribution on surpassing a terrific milestone – 100,000 members!

This accomplishment is a testament to the dedication, commitment and passion of each and every one of our members - who continue to lend their increasing strength and unified voice to help improve animal and human health through the practice of veterinary medicine. Thank you for being an essential member of the AVMA.

09/19/2022

It's ! Join us and Human Animal Bond Research Institute - HABRI in celebrating the importance of pets with free virtual educational programming featuring the veterinary community, industry leaders, and members of Congress: https://petnight.com/

The is a proud sponsor of the 2022 Pet Week on Capitol Hill!

Hosted by Human Animal Bond Research Institute - HABRI, will begin on September 19. Bringing the power of pets to Capitol Hill virtually with a weeklong series of free, educational programming featuring members of Congress, industry leaders, the veterinary community, animal welfare advocates, and research organizations, the week will emphasize how important pets are for human health and quality of life to our elected officials.

For all details regarding Pet Week on Capitol Hill, visit: https://petnight.com/

ICYMI: U.S. Department of Agriculture awards $3.2 million in 2022 to support rural veterinary services through the Ameri...

09/15/2022

USDA awards $3.2M in 2022 to support rural veterinary services

ICYMI: U.S. Department of Agriculture awards $3.2 million in 2022 to support rural veterinary services through the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)-championed Veterinary Services Grant Program.

A project at Michigan State University to train veterinary students and practicing veterinarians in honeybee medicine was among 20 recipients of a total of $3.2 million in funding through the federal Veterinary Services Grant Program.

The AVMA has a team of professionals to ensure the veterinary community is heard. Want to get involved? You can contribu...

09/12/2022

Advocacy overview

The AVMA has a team of professionals to ensure the veterinary community is heard. Want to get involved? You can contribute to the veterinary profession’s advocacy work in a variety of ways, tailored to your specific interests and availability: bit.ly/3x6MXmT

The AVMA represents the interests of veterinarians across the country through strategically targeted advocacy work. Learn what AVMA is doing to advance veterinary medicine, and get involved with tools that make your advocacy work more effective.

The is a proud sponsor of the 2022 Pet Week on Capitol Hill! Hosted by Human Animal Bond Research Institute - HABRI, ...

08/29/2022

ICYMI: On June 21, the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service announced that the agency will allocate $24 milli...

07/07/2022

$24M in grants to support SARS-CoV-2 studies

ICYMI: On June 21, the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service announced that the agency will allocate $24 million to support SARS-CoV-2 studies. Full details in the latest AVMA News article 🔽🔽🔽

The Department of Agriculture and the National Science Foundation are funding studies into spread of SARS-CoV-2 through animals, susceptibility among various species, and ways to contain the virus.

06/24/2022

is a time to recognize our favorite canine co-workers and all they do to support us in the home and work offices. Join the in celebrating this observance by sharing pictures of you and your dog at work or home today!

ICYMI: Dr. Jacob Merryman has been selected to be the AVMA's '22-'23 congressional fellow. A former U.S. Department of A...

06/15/2022

Meet AVMA’s next congressional fellow

ICYMI: Dr. Jacob Merryman has been selected to be the AVMA's '22-'23 congressional fellow. A former U.S. Department of Agriculture extern, he brings firsthand public policy experience that will be useful while serving as a scientific advisor to a congressional office/committee:

Dr. Jacob Merryman’s wide-ranging experience includes work in exotic medicine, public policy, and beyond. As an AVMA fellow, he’ll use his veterinary expertise to help shape legislation in a variety of policy areas that affect veterinarians and veterinary medicine.

06/13/2022

Rapid Response to Extreme Weather Events Across Food and Agriculture Systems (A1712) | National Institute of Food and Agriculture

All applicants must directly address effects associated with an extreme weather event or disaster that has occurred. Applications must address one or more of the following emphasis areas:

BREAKING: announces 2022-2023 congressional fellow. Participating in the AVMA Fellowship Program, Dr. Jacob Merryman wi...

06/07/2022

AVMA announces 2022-2023 congressional fellow

BREAKING: announces 2022-2023 congressional fellow. Participating in the AVMA Fellowship Program, Dr. Jacob Merryman will serve as a scientific advisor to help shape and influence legislation across a variety of policy issues in Washington, DC as a full-time staff member for a congressional office or committee.

The AVMA has selected veterinarian Dr. Jacob Merryman of California to participate in the 2022-2023 AVMA Fellowship Program.

05/31/2022

The secured millions of dollars for federal programs to increase access to veterinary services in rural areas, protect our nation's food supply, strengthen oversight of imported dogs, and more!

Help us amplify the profession's voice in Congress: avma.org/AVMACAN

ICYMI: The 2022 was effective in educating lawmakers about the importance of veterinary medicine & two significant issu...

05/10/2022

Veterinarians press lawmakers on rural veterinary shortages, dog importation

ICYMI: The 2022 was effective in educating lawmakers about the importance of veterinary medicine & two significant issues facing our country - rural veterinary shortages & the need to improve dog importation standards.

Read the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recap.
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Over 200 veterinary professionals met virtually with members of Congress this April to garner support for AVMA-backed legislation addressing rural veterinary shortages and the health of imported dogs.

04/28/2022

Thank you to everyone who advocated on behalf of the veterinary profession during the 2022 !

This year we had over 200 veterinary professionals from 49 states plus Puerto Rico attend 246 meetings with congressional offices.

Participants educated lawmakers on Capitol Hill about the need to increase access to veterinary services in rural areas through the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act and strengthen our public health infrastructure by passing the Healthy Dog Importation Act.

TODAY: The and 200 veterinary professionals will meet virtually with Capitol Hill lawmakers and their staffs to discuss how Congress can help support and advance the profession.

04/27/2022

Understanding the importance of increasing veterinary services in rural areas by addressing student debt, Rep. Ron Kind helped reintroduce the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act to strengthen rural communities.

04/27/2022

With his endorsement of the Enhancement Act, Congressman Jim Costa has helped grow support for this bill in the House. A bipartisan group of 52 representatives now support increasing veterinary services in rural areas by addressing student debt.

04/27/2022

Senator Chuck Grassley champions the Healthy Dog Importation Act in Congress to ensure dogs entering the U.S. are healthy and not at risk to spread dangerous diseases that could adversely impact animal and public health.

04/27/2022

An ally to the veterinary profession, Congressman Ed Case knows how important the Healthy Dog Importation Act is to maintaining animal and public health and ensuring dogs imported into the country are not at risk to spread dangerous diseases.

04/27/2022

As Chairwoman of the Senate Agriculture Committee and a leader in advocating for the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act, Senator Debbie Stabenow's support for veterinary medicine has been critical in advancing legislation that strengthens the profession.

04/27/2022

In the House, Rep. Adrian Smith has taken a leadership role in urging Congress to pass the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act, which addresses two significant issues facing the profession - rural veterinary shortages and student debt.

04/27/2022

As the sole veterinarian in Congress, Congressman Kurt Schrader understands the challenges veterinarians face and what legislation can help advance veterinary medicine. His sustained commitment to the veterinary community is essential in amplifying the voice of the profession.

04/27/2022

As a Senate champion of the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act, Senator Mike Crapo recognizes how increasing access to veterinary services by assisting with student debt is vital to maintaining vibrant rural communities.

04/27/2022

As a leader in advancing legislation and the Healthy Dog Importation Act, U.S. Senator Tina Smith has demonstrated she is a true champion of the veterinary profession in Congress.

04/27/2022

Embracing his role as Co-Chair of the Veterinary Medicine Caucus, Rep. Dusty Johnson reintroduced legislation that would strengthen dog importation & is a strong advocate for rural areas with his support for the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act.

04/27/2022

Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, Senator John Boozman has helped grow broad, bipartisan support for the Enhancement Act that would greatly benefit rural areas by increasing access to veterinary services while assisting with educational debt.

04/27/2022

Recognizing the need to strengthen the country's dog importation standards and public health infrastructure, Senator Jerry Moran issued his endorsement of the Healthy Dog Importation Act and is a staunch supporter of its passage.

04/27/2022

TODAY: The and 200 veterinary professionals will meet virtually with Capitol Hill lawmakers and their staffs to discuss how Congress can help support and advance the profession.

The 2022 is this week on Wednesday, April 27! We are looking forward to educating congressional offices alongside 200 v...

04/25/2022

Veterinarians to meet with Capitol Hill lawmakers to discuss student debt, healthy dog importation

The 2022 is this week on Wednesday, April 27!

We are looking forward to educating congressional offices alongside 200 veterinary professionals about policies that are critical to advancing the profession and veterinary medicine.

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On April 27, 200 veterinary professionals will meet with senators, representatives, and their staffs to highlight the importance of legislation that will help increase access to veterinary services in rural areas and reduce the spread of diseases that pose a threat to animal and public health.

The AVMA, along with 200 veterinary professionals, will meet with senators, representatives, & their staffs to discuss t...

04/21/2022

Veterinarians to meet with Capitol Hill lawmakers to discuss student debt, healthy dog importation

The AVMA, along with 200 veterinary professionals, will meet with senators, representatives, & their staffs to discuss the importance of increasing veterinary services in rural areas & the need to strengthen regulations to ensure healthy dog importation.

ICYMI: Congress passes government spending bill for FY 22 that includes new funding levels and major wins for the veteri...

04/07/2022

Millions allocated for federal veterinary programs

ICYMI: Congress passes government spending bill for FY 22 that includes new funding levels and major wins for the veterinary profession. 🔽🔽🔽

The AVMA worked with lawmakers and coalitions to help secure funding in the $1.5 trillion federal spending bill for programs critical to the veterinary profession.

04/06/2022

An important update from the U.S. Department of Education - the suspension of federal student loan repayment and interest accrual has been extended by the Administration to August 31, 2022 due to . Additional details are below.

BREAKING: ED has announced an extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest, and collections through August 31, 2022: https://go.usa.gov/xu3ag?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=616cb65f-94a8-4672-bd98-32262a288bd8

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The #AVMA secured millions of dollars for federal programs to increase access to veterinary services in rural areas, protect our nation's food supply, strengthen oversight of imported dogs, and more! Help us amplify the profession's voice in Congress: avma.org/AVMACAN

What's the latest happenings in veterinary advocacy? AVMA-backed legislation would strengthen dog importation requirements, provide the USDA with more resources to monitor the health of dogs entering the United States, and require toxicity warning labels on foods containing xylitol. AVMA also is working with the U.S. Department of Education to make sure its overhaul of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program responds to the needs of veterinary borrowers.

The #AVMAhasYourBack by working with lawmakers to reduce student debt, increase access to veterinary care in rural areas, & enhance retirement options for veterinary teams. Help amplify our voice in Congress & join the AVMA Congressional Advocacy Network! https://bit.ly/2ZnuzrM

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