Government Relations
Government agencies and legislatures, along with advocacy efforts, increasingly shape policies that impact animal health, the veterinary industry, veterinary higher education and animal welfare in the United States.
Success begins with rigorous tracking and analysis of developments across government bodies. Animal Policy Group monitors over 2,500 bills annually across all 50 state legislatures, focusing on veterinary, pet product/services and animal welfare sectors. We also track regulatory action in state veterinary medical and pharmacy boards across a number of issues including veterinary, pharmacy, pet product, environmental, and more. This year-round vigilance enables early identification of potential impacts, as we prepare customized reports for clients on a weekly, monthly, and end-of-session basis, providing tailored insights to inform strategic decisions.
We continuously monitor:
- Bill introductions, amendments, and voting trends.
- Updates from Veterinary Medical Boards and Pharmacy Boards.
Additionally, Animal Policy Group helps clients proactively address compliance challenges, assisting to avoid costly fines and disciplinary actions. Our expertise keeps you informed and prepared, allowing for seamless operations and sustained success.
Advocacy
Laws that pass or fail change the way businesses and non-profits operate in meaningful ways. Simply put, those without a seat at the table are often on the menu. Animal Policy Group’s Government Relations team ensures our clients a seat at that table.
Our team has worked with and in legislatures, municipalities and board rooms and knows exactly what it takes to achieve success in this arena. It starts with tracking legislative and regulatory developments—but we take it a step further by turning that tracking into decisive and timely action. Our team engages on hundreds of proposed bills and ordinances on behalf of our clients each year to support, oppose or amend those bills. We provide meaningful testimony, background information and context for lawmakers in addition to the coalitions and partnerships critical to success.
Ready to work with us? Connect with us today to discover how we can support your legislative and advocacy needs.