Advocacy Overview
The AKVMA represents and amplifies veterinarians’ voices to advocate on State or Federal issues that affect animal health, public health, and the veterinary profession.
State Advocacy Efforts in 2023
AKVMA Supports HB 56 and SB 51 (Bills to exempt veterinarians from the prescription drug monitoring program).
AKVMA was successful in getting HB 56 passed with Governor Dunleavy signing the legislation on July 6, 2023! Effective immediately Alaskan veterinarians no longer are required to participate in the controlled substance drug monitoring program in Alaska.