In exercising its leadership role in assuring the health and well-being of animal populations in the United States, the American Veterinary Medical Association will work to prevent promulgation of regulations and implementation of policies that increase regulatory burden without clearly benefiting the welfare of animals or protecting the food supply and/or the public at large. As a matter or principle, the AVMA will promote the veterinary expertise of its members and their right to exercise professional judgment in using that expertise to ensure the appropriate care and treatment for animals under their charge.