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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…
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AVMA pushes for enhancement act passage by year’s end
The AVMA has hired a lobbying firm to see Congress pass bipartisan legislation eliminating the federal tax on the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment…
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Veterinary wellness symposium in the works
Stress isn’t exclusive to the veterinary profession, but practitioners encounter plenty of taxing situations in their work
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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…
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Legislation expands benefits of Health Savings Accounts
President George W. Bush signed the Health Opportunity Patient Empowerment Act of 2006 on Dec. 20, 2006, bringing new enhancements to Health Savings…
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Veterinarian remains a student of the legislative process
Dr. Sarah Babcock has provided expertise for Senate proceedings on international trade, nonprofit organizations, and tax reform as well
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Consumer-driven health care aids self-employed and small business owners
Consumer-driven health care is a phrase that's heard more and more often in the discussion of health care in America, and a concept of great…
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USDA awards $4.6 million for farm, public service
The Department of Agriculture will help 51 veterinarians repay about $4.6 million worth of student loans
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Welfare, business issues on legislative agenda
It was reported in the May, 15, 2007, JAVMA News that the Executive Board had identified a number of legislative initiatives as high priorities that…
AVMA headquarters externship
AVMA headquarters externships help students explore opportunities in organized veterinary medicine.
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Revised IRS audit guide for veterinary practices available
After two years of collaborative work between the Internal Revenue Service and the AVMA, a revised version of the Veterinary Audit
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Major retrovirus study awarded $8.6 million
Experts at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Center for Retrovirus Research are investigating retroviral forms of cancer in a…
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Horse slaughter defunded again
Once again, the federal government has taken action to prohibit the use of tax dollars to inspect U.S. horse slaughter facilities
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Responsible horse ownership resources available
The Unwanted Horse Coalition has made available educational material aimed at solving the unwanted horse problem.
What can veterinarians do to make their practices more green ?
Greening your practice not only provides the satisfaction of helping preserve the environment for future generations; it can also help your bottom…
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Controlling health care costs: some practical advice
Helping veterinarians and their families address the ever-rising cost of health care is one of the goals of the AVMA Group Health and Life Insurance…
Veterinary technology program data
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) collects data on veterinary technology and nursing programs every year.…
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Competition or coexistence?
In the world of companion animal medicine, many private practitioners are worrying about competition from animal welfare organizations
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AVMF earns three stars
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation recently earned a three-star rating from Charity Navigator, a nonprofit
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Noneconomic damages, animals' legal status on AVMA legislative agenda
The AVMA is supporting passage of federal laws preventing plaintiff animal owners from recovering noneconomic damages in the event of animal loss or…
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Board responds to legislative recommendations
The LAC assists the board in formulating AVMA policies and positions on federal legislative and regulatory issues.
FAQs
Questions and answers for veterinarians and their clients on veterinary medical topics related to animal health and welfare.
Why should I volunteer?
Benefits of volunteering with the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
AVMA government relations student externships
The four-week program introduces veterinary students to public policy issues facing the profession and provides hands-on lobbying experience.
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Evolving relations in Colorado
The Colorado VMA recently created a task force to foster collaboration between private practitioners and animal welfare organizations.