AVMA legislative fly-in

The AVMA regularly hosts legislative fly-in events that bring veterinarians and veterinary students to Washington, D.C., to meet directly with their lawmakers and staff.

Works directly with congressional staff, the AVMA schedules each meeting. Once in Washington, participants receive in-depth briefings on top policy issues affecting veterinary medicine, then meet with their members of Congress to advocate on these issues.

These important interactions ensure that the voice of the veterinary profession is amplified on Capitol Hill. During the 2025 fly-in, over 360 veterinary professionals participated in more than 270 meetings with congressional offices. Participants came from 50 states and represented 34 different veterinary schools.

Fly-in participants learn how to develop relationships with their elected officials and become trusted voices of veterinary medicine. That unique, hands-on experience makes this event an impactful opportunity for both veterinarians and veterinary students.

Grants are available to help SAVMA members participate in the fly-in.

The 2026 fly-in will take place from February 22-24. For more information on participating, please email AVMAHillvisitsavma [dot] org (AVMAHillvisits[at]avma[dot]org).