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News & Updates

Posted 5/15/2025

The AAVSB Announces Recipient of the 2025 VTNE Celebrating Diversity Award

The American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2025 VTNE Celebrating Diversity Award.

Posted 12/19/2024

2025 Call for Nominations

Due May 22, 2025

Posted 3/24/2025

AAVSB Releases "Regulatory Considerations of the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine"

The American Association of Veterinary State Boards, in conjunction with volunteer working groups comprised of subject matter experts, regulatory board members and staff, private practitioners, and industry leaders has produced this white paper: "Regulatory Considerations of the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine."

Posted 4/25/2025

The AAVSB Announces Latest Recipients of 2025 VTNE Program Director's Award

The American Association of Veterinary State Boards is pleased to announce the latest recipients of the 2025 Veterinary Technician National Examination Program Director's Award.