policy
UNDER REVIEWGovernment fees and taxes on veterinary products and services
Government entities should consider the possible negative effects on human health, animal health and animal welfare that may result from fees or taxes…
policy
Delivery of veterinary service by not-for-profit/tax-exempt organizations
The AVMA supports the worthwhile work of veterinary not-for-profit and tax-exempt clinics and hospitals, and believes they should comply with…
blog
Proposed law would let more veterinarians participate in VMLRP
Legislation that would help increase rural access to veterinary care has been reintroduced in Congress. The Rural Veterinary Workforce Act would help…
JAVMA news
Discovery may lead to new rabies vaccines
Researchers have reportedly found a way to prevent the rabies virus from shutting down vital defense responses in the immune system.
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Push to address student debt, veterinary shortages is renewed
With sustained advocacy from the AVMA, Congress has reintroduced legislation that would help address student debt and rural veterinary shortages.
policy
Veterinary student loans and scholarships
The AVMA recognizes the increasing burden of educational debt on new graduates, and supports innovative methods to achieve student debt resolution.
JAVMA news
Partnership formed to respond to animal health emergencies in Michigan
Michigan's Vet Net is a comprehensive education and training program geared toward the state's nearly 3,600 licensed veterinarians
AVMA news
Veterinarians press lawmakers on rural veterinary shortages, dog importation
Over 200 veterinary professionals met virtually with members of Congress this April to garner support for AVMA-backed legislation addressing rural…
blog
Congress considers COVID-19 stimulus package
Congress and the White House are considering legislative measures to address the economic impacts of COVID-19 on families, individuals, and small…
blog
Here’s one promising approach to address rural veterinary shortages
There are veterinarians who want to work in rural areas of America but are unable to do so—for financial reasons. The great news is that legislation…
JAVMA news
Your Foundation makes an impact
Since Hurricane Katrina wreaked havoc on the Gulf Coast in 2005, the American Veterinary Medical Foundation has been committed to helping…
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HEROES stimulus legislation introduced in House
On May 12, the House Majority released a COVID-19 stimulus package called the “Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act,” or the…
AVMA news
Veterinary professionals advocate for healthy dog importation, rural veterinary support on Capitol Hill
More than 140 veterinary professionals and veterinary students were on Capitol Hill as part of the AVMA’s annual legislative fly-in this February,…
JAVMA news
$2 million scholarship program announced
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation recently had lots of news to share about its new and ongoing initiatives.
JAVMA news
Slow recovery after Hurricane Maria
People are leaving Dr. Elvin A. Reyes’ community in eastern Puerto Rico.
AVMA news
Tragedy of Russian war ‘evidenced in every encounter’
Three U.S. veterinarians who deployed near the Ukraine border as part of veterinary relief operations sponsored by Greater Good Charities and the…
JAVMA news
Pets rescued, treated after deadly tornado
Veterinarians, animal welfare organizations work in Joplin, Mo.
JAVMA news
Ending life well
Pending guidance on depopulation and updated guidance on euthanasia acknowledge that decisions on animal death are difficult even for experts.
blog
COVID-19 update emailed to AVMA members
AVMA is committed to provide useful guidance and reliable, factual information to help the veterinary community, veterinary practices, clients and…