American Veterinary Medical Association Congressional Advocacy Network

09/18/2025

During this year's , the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) joined Human Animal Bond Research Institute - HABRI, members of Congress, congressional staff, and others to celebrate the human benefits of pet ownership while discussing how we can advance pet-friendly policies that further strengthen the human-animal bond.

09/15/2025

It's ! Join the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) in celebrating the effect pets have on our lives & raise awareness to pet-friendly policies that benefit the wellbeing for both humans & pets.

Check out all of the events & resources provided by Human Animal Bond Research Institute - HABRI: www.PetNight.com

09/09/2025

ICYMI: Veterinary uses exempted from Florida's xylazine scheduling

The Florida Veterinary Medical Association, along with support from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), has been advocating for a veterinary exemption to help ensure veterinarians have access to xylazine for treating their patients.

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Bolstered by more than two years of advocacy by the Florida Veterinary Medical Association and AVMA, Florida’s attorney general has begun the process to provide a veterinary exemption to the state’s xylazine scheduling.

09/04/2025

AVMA rural veterinary workforce priorities reflected in new
U.S. Department of Agriculture plan – which will aim to help strengthen the workforce and protect America’s food supply.

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08/13/2025

ICYMI: "Mini" Farm Bill passes with veterinary priorities that fund national animal disease research and management

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Among the spending authorizations in the recently passed budget reconciliation bill is more than $230 million in annual funding for the National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program, and the National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary Countermeas...

08/05/2025

Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, Senator Chuck Grassley, Rep. Jimmy Panetta, and Congressman August Pfluger discuss the need for Congress to take action on illicit xylazine while preserving its legitimate veterinary use in The Hill.

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Congress must pass the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act to equip law enforcement with the resources and tools they need to keep communities safe from the deadly combination of synthetic fentanyl and …

07/31/2025

In just a four-hour period two weeks ago, the AVMA brought 364 individuals to Capitol Hill to advocate on behalf of the veterinary profession by attending 274 meetings with U.S. senators and representatives.

This was the annual event's largest attendance ever and proved even more of a success by garnering legislative momentum for the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act and the Rural Veterinary Workforce Act!

07/19/2025

The Wisconsin delegation met with Rep. Mark Pocan during the 2025 !

07/18/2025

So many meetings, so little time.

AVMA President Dr. Sandra Faeh & the Illinois delegation meeting with Senator Tammy Duckworth’s office!

07/18/2025

Immediate Past President Dr. Rena Carlson and the Idaho delegation had a busy day meeting with Senators Senator Mike Crapo and Senator Jim Risch, along with Rep. Mike Simpson The veterinary community is grateful for their support in Congress.

07/18/2025

Senator Amy Klobuchar is the Co-Chair of the Senate Veterinary Medicine Caucus AND Ranking Member of the Senate AG Committee Democrats. Her longstanding support has helped advance legislation that benefits the veterinary community.

07/18/2025

The Rural Veterinary Workforce Act would help keep the nation's livestock healthy, food supply safe and secure, and protect public health. The AVMA thanks Senator Tina Smith for her long and unwavering support for the veterinary profession.