ATTN: Now veterinary advocates who take action through the AVMA Congressional Advocacy Network can earn points that add up to PRIZES!

Read our latest blog for details on how to begin your new advocacy journey: bit.ly/46Rnrly

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ICYMI - The federal government has approved the continued collection of user fees that support veterinary drug development—legislation that AVMA Immediate Past President Dr. Lori Teller was invited to Capitol Hill to testify in favor of in April. bit.ly/3QngFwT

LATEST: AVMA's advocacy efforts help secure passage of legislation that will enhance the review process of new generic animal drugs. This reauthorization could lead to more safe and effective treatment options available to veterinarians.

Read more: bit.ly/3MlLyR9

ICYMI: The Rural Veterinary Workforce Act, formerly known as the VMLRP Enhancement Act, has been reintroduced in both the House and Senate. This legislation would help increase access to veterinary services in underserved rural communities. bit.ly/466xlzg

Amazing turnout from congressional staff and allied organizations that recognize the power of pets and the positive impact they have on human health and the quality of our life. #PetWeekonCapitolHill

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It’s almost time for Pet Week on Capitol Hill! HABRI is excited to host Pet Week, a series of virtual conversations happening Sept 18 – 22, & deliver the message to our elected representatives that pets are important for our health & wellbeing. Learn more: petnight.com

ICYMI: You can find a recording of the discussion about the human-animal bond and public health here: bit.ly/3PLRpkA

As a proud sponsor of #PetWeekonCapitolHill , the AVMA is teaming up with HABRI to celebrate the power of pets with a series of FREE weeklong educational programing that features experts in pet care, animal health, research, and policy.

Join us: PetNight.com

By addressing the overly-burdensome taxes on the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program, our bill will help ensure access to needed veterinarian care for Idaho’s farmers and ranchers, and meet growing demand for veterinarians nationwide.
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BREAKING: Senate & House reintroduce the AVMA-championed Rural Veterinary Workforce Act. Formerly known as the #VMLRP Enhancement Act, the bill would increase access to veterinary services in rural shortage areas designated by NIFA.

Full story: bit.ly/3RubT2M

BREAKING: Senate establishes Veterinary Medicine Caucus for the first time in its history: bit.ly/3s2579D

ICYMI: House Committee advances AVMA-backed xylazine language and White House announces plan to fight illicit xylazine fentanyl combination.

Read the JAVMA news story for full details: bit.ly/3KeWYVC

BREAKING: AVMA-backed xylazine language advances in House

Language would schedule xylazine as a Schedule III drug while exempting the FDA-approved animal drug, which means that veterinarians will be able to use it as they always have under federal law: bit.ly/3NTCwdU

#AVMA2023 is officially underway! It’s never too early to start advocating on behalf of the profession.

Leading up to #AVMA23 , Dr. Kent McClure, Associate Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer, presented to the AVMA’s House of Delegates about the latest advocacy efforts on behalf of the profession and the importance of getting involved: avmacan.avma.org

AVMA Ambassador Dr. Travis McDermott hosted Congresswoman Susie Lee last week at the Durango Animal Hospital in Nevada. During the visit, Congresswoman Lee and Dr. McDermott talked about how Congress can help protect, promote, and advance the veterinary profession!

This week AVMA Ambassador Dr. Mary Ergen, & Retro the Dog, hosted Congressman John Rose for a tour of the Companion Animal Hospital in TN. We thank Rep. Rose for taking the time to see what a day in the life of a veterinary team consists of & discuss the top issues facing the profession!