Q2 2026 AVMA House of Delegates Report

By Deb Nickelson, D.V.M., M.B.A, AAIV Delegate to the AVMA HOD

The next meeting of the House of Delegates is right before the AVMA convention on July 9-10, 2026 in Anaheim CA. There will be elections for members of AVMA councils and committees. While some nominations were due May 1, there are still several positions that are open until they are filled.

VOLUNTEER

If you feel underrepresented by the AVMA or want to make sure you are represented, this is your chance to step up, have a seat at the table and be heard. You have so much expertise and experience to offer. Why do it?

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What is involved? Usually, people serve a three-year team on councils and committees and may seek a second term for three years. Meetings are at AVMA headquarters in Schaumburg IL once or twice a year and virtually. Any ad hoc work is done remotely. For positions that include both a delegate and alternate delegate, the alternate is included in email and learns from the delegate but may not attend meetings, depending on the group.

What positions are available? Check here for the list of what is and will be available. Some require nomination from a group such as AAIV (which we are happy to do), some require a self nomination.  

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I am happy to assist you to figure out which position would be the best fit and help you navigate the application and nomination process. Send a message to me at industryvets@aaivet.org.