Source: AAHA
In a major step for the Veterinary profession, the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) has approved Resolution 2025-4, urging all states to include credentialed Veterinary technicians as voting members on their regulatory boards. The measure, adopted at AAVSB’s 2025 Annual Meeting, follows a 2024 proposal from the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) highlighting technicians’ vital roles in animal care, public safety, and Veterinary teamwork.
Although more than 20 states already include technicians on their boards, many only serve in advisory or non-voting roles. AAVSB’s resolution seeks to make their participation fully representative. NAVTA President Beckie Mossor, RVT, called the decision a milestone that strengthens Veterinary regulation and enhances collaboration across the profession. AAVSB will promote adoption through its Practice Act Model and assist states in implementation, while NAVTA will help raise awareness and provide resources to support the change nationwide.