AVMA News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The issue of whether to establish a veterinarian-client-patient-relationship (VCPR) through an in-person examination or solely electronic means has recently come before state legislatures and veterinary medical boards.

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Legislation Legislature Medical 409

AVMA News

MARCH 22, 2023

The Arkansas state legislature recently adopted a law that will expand veterinary technician specialists’ (VTS) scope of practice. Another bill still under consideration would dilute the educational background required for veterinary technicians to qualify for licensure.

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Arkansas Legislature Legislation Vet 411

Critter News

JANUARY 18, 2011

Two bills introduced in the Nebraska Legislature are drawing fire from the largest animal advocacy organization in the world. Newcomer to the Legislature Sen. From the Lexington Clipper-Herald. click here for the full article.

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Critter News

APRIL 1, 2010

An activist organized an appeal in which people from around the country and the world could contact the legislators in opposition to the bill. Some of the legislators started harassing the horse activist. Some legislators programmed their e-mail systems to forward any message containing the word "horse" to Shoss.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2018

Legislative Requirements to Transfer State Properties Amendment. Amendment 2 changed the process for passing conveyance legislation in Connecticut. Election Results = PASSED with 59%+ voter support. Northern Harrier. Photo by © Robin Edwards. Connecticut. Election Results = PASSED with 84%+ voter support. Red-breasted Merganser.

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Critter News

NOVEMBER 4, 2010

This proposition would have given the legislature exclusive authority over wildlife issues. Tags: legislation elections Missouri arizona politics. It stops puppy mill abuses by establishing responsible standards for the proper care of dogs. Also, Proposition 109 failed in Arizona.

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Critter News

FEBRUARY 18, 2009

The law, which will take effect 90 days after the Legislature adjourns, makes aggravated animal cruelty on first offense punishable by a fine of up to $10,000 and up to six years in prison. Tags: animal cruelty legislation Arkansas us.

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