The Arkansas state legislature recently adopted a law that will expand veterinary technician specialists’ (VTS) scope of practice. Another bill still…

In a historic move, the Food and Drug Administration’s premarket consultation for meat cultured from animal cells brings Upside Foods’ chicken closer…

The AVMA’s advocacy work provides critical support for the work veterinary teams do every day to protect, promote, and advance animal health. Learn…

With illicit xylazine increasingly showing up in street drugs that pose grave risks to human users, government policymakers are discussing making it a…

The AVMA’s advocacy on behalf of its members covers practically every aspect of veterinary medicine and takes place in the federal government,…

Colorado’s latest state Veterinary Practice Act outlines who can use the title “veterinary technician.” Starting Jan. 1, 2023, only those veterinary…

AVMA Board of Directors: President-Elect Rena Carlson

The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority formally submitted draft regulations on racetrack safety to the Federal Trade Commission on Dec. 6,…

Antimicrobials are necessary tools for protecting animal health and wellbeing. Antimicrobial stewardship is successful only when all partners involved…

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Veterinarians struggle to acquire adequate blood supplies as transfusions become more routine and donations decline. Meanwhile, California is…

The Association of American Feed Control Officials has issued a position paper and call to action on hemp and its byproducts in livestock feed and pet…

The AVMA has long advocated for this prohibition, which is included in a $500 billion infrastructure bill proposed in the U.S. House of…

Your national association is working around the clock to develop guidance, resources, and information to support the veterinary community in these…

A new federal law expands the existing paid family medical and leave program from its current form and gives paid sick leave to workers who did not…

Although the Veterinary Nurse Initiative has seen little state legislative progress, it has made strides in other areas.

Dr. Rena Carlson, chair of the AVMA Board of Directors, has held leadership roles since early in her veterinary career. She spoke to JAVMA News about…

Policy discourages procedure but defers to veterinarians on each case

View AVMA's letter asking FDA to clarify its proposed rules on drug compounding and allow more time for public comment.

Racetrack-led coalition created to address horse racing deaths, safety concerns

This page provides background information on microchipping of animals.

Members of Congress are calling for hundreds more agriculture inspections at ports of entry.

It’s been a very good year. As I wrap up my year as AVMA president, I couldn’t be more proud of all that the AVMA has accomplished on behalf of AVMA…

As a moderate Democrat in the House of Representatives, Rep. Kurt Schrader is a rarity in a Congress riven by partisan passions.