Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith – Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program
Last week Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith discussed the importance of enhancing the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program, a tool that places veterinarians in underserved rural areas, through the Rural Veterinary Workforce Act. Secretary Tom Vilsack agreed and urged Congress to remove the federal tax.
Advocate for the veterinary profession while earning rewards
Now veterinary advocates can earn points that qualify for rewards by taking action through the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Congressional Advocacy Network! How does this work? How do I sign up? How much time does it take to “take action?" All of these questions answered! Start your new advocacy journey at avma.org/AVMACAN.
What's happening in veterinary advocacy
The #AVMAhasYourBack when it comes to advocating on behalf of the profession in Congress. What are some of the latest developments in Washington, DC that affect veterinary professionals, practices, and patients? Watch the AVMA’s latest legislative recap video to find out!
The #AVMA secured millions of dollars for federal programs to increase access to veterinary services in rural areas, protect our nation's food supply, strengthen oversight of imported dogs, and more!
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What's the latest happenings in veterinary advocacy?
AVMA-backed legislation would strengthen dog importation requirements, provide the USDA with more resources to monitor the health of dogs entering the United States, and require toxicity warning labels on foods containing xylitol. AVMA also is working with the U.S. Department of Education to make sure its overhaul of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program responds to the needs of veterinary borrowers.
The #AVMAhasYourBack by working with lawmakers to reduce student debt, increase access to veterinary care in rural areas, & enhance retirement options for veterinary teams. Help amplify our voice in Congress & join the AVMA Congressional Advocacy Network! https://bit.ly/2ZnuzrM
AVMA COVID-19 Update - Tell Congress to Support Veterinary Small Business
Veterinary small businesses are financially hurting because of COVID-19. You have the opportunity to have your voice heard by Congress and ask them to pass legislation that will add more funds to the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. The time to act is now. Follow this link to call your Senator or Representatives: https://bit.ly/3bjRSno
For the most up-to-date information about the loan programs and other federal relief programs Congress enacted to address the financial uncertainties of the COVID-19 crisis, bookmark the AVMA-COVID-19 resource center on our website - www.avma.org/coronavirus.
Veterinary Voices Matter
Want to make a difference in the veterinary profession and in Congress? AVMA volunteer Dr. Bernadine Cruz shares the impact you can make by being part of our Congressional Advocacy Network.
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Tomorrow is the beginning of the #AVMAFlyIn! Even if you're unable to join us, you can still have your voice heard. Sign up to join the AVMA Congressional Advocacy Network and get the tools to speak up on important issues, protect our profession and ensure that veterinary values are preserved: http://avmacan.avma.org/
Veterinary voices are making a difference and it's easy for yours to be heard! AVMA Immediate Past President Dr. John de Jong shares the impact you can make on the veterinary profession by signing up for our Congressional Advocacy Network.
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