The Advocate Newsletter

The Advocate is AAVMC’s newsletter dedicated to our Governmental Affairs programming.

December 03, 2025

Visa Restrictions in the National Defense Authorization Act
November 18, 2025 The Honorable Mike Rogers U.S. House of…

Statements & Letters

November 04, 2025

Annual Data Report 2024-2025

Public Data Reports

October 31, 2025

Community Comments on VA Distance Learning Rule
October 31, 2025 Thomas Alphonso Assistant Director for Policy and…

Statements & Letters

Advocacy Priorities

A summary of the legislative priorities covered during AAVMC Annual Advocacy Days.

December 03, 2025

Visa Restrictions in the National Defense Authorization Act
November 18, 2025 The Honorable Mike Rogers U.S. House of…

Statements & Letters

November 04, 2025

Annual Data Report 2024-2025

Public Data Reports

October 31, 2025

Community Comments on VA Distance Learning Rule
October 31, 2025 Thomas Alphonso Assistant Director for Policy and…

Statements & Letters

Legislative Briefings

A summary of the legislative briefings conducted in partnership with key representatives.

December 03, 2025

Visa Restrictions in the National Defense Authorization Act
November 18, 2025 The Honorable Mike Rogers U.S. House of…

Statements & Letters

November 04, 2025

Annual Data Report 2024-2025

Public Data Reports

October 31, 2025

Community Comments on VA Distance Learning Rule
October 31, 2025 Thomas Alphonso Assistant Director for Policy and…

Statements & Letters

Advocacy Letters

The AAVMC’s governmental affairs department frequently collaborates with partner organizations to inform Congressional and executive branch leaders about important legislation.

December 03, 2025

Visa Restrictions in the National Defense Authorization Act
November 18, 2025 The Honorable Mike Rogers U.S. House of…

Statements & Letters

November 04, 2025

Annual Data Report 2024-2025

Public Data Reports

October 31, 2025

Community Comments on VA Distance Learning Rule
October 31, 2025 Thomas Alphonso Assistant Director for Policy and…

Statements & Letters