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March 24, 2020
Initial DOL Guidance on Families First Coronavirus Response
The Dept. of Labor just released a Frequently Asked Questions document on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. Attached are 3 documents: 1) DOL FAQ and link is: www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-questions 2) DOL Fact Sheet for Employers and link is: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-employer-paid-leave 3) DOL Fact Sheet for Employees and...
A Message to DEA Registrants
(March 23, 2020) -The Drug Enforcement Administration, Diversion Control Division, is asking State Veterinary Boards to get the below message out to their DEA registration population: The mission of Drug Enforcement Administrations (DEA), Diversion Control Division is to prevent, detect, and investigate the diversion...
Maryland Gov closes non-essential businesses
Veterinarians qualify as a critical infrastructure business which may remain open in Maryland under the new guidance from Governor Hogan. I want to highlight a few things for MDVMA members. One, Maryland has activated their medical reserves – veterinarians can sign up here: https://mdresponds.health.maryland.gov/ If...
March 23, 2020
Message from the Secretary of State
The Governor of the State of Maryland has proclaimed a State of Emergency and a catastrophic health emergency related to COVID-19. On March 12, 2020, an order was issued extending state licenses and registrations until 30 days after the State of Emergency and catastrophic...
DHS identifying critical infrastructure
A number of you have seen the US Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) guidance (attached). This document has been referenced by a couple of states. For example, California’s most recent order requires a statewide shelter-in-place “except as needed...
PPE Donations
The MDVMA appreciates your support and patience during this challenging time. We know personal protective equipment (PPE) in veterinary medicine facilities are likely already limited due to current demand and backorders. However, MDVMA has been working with the Maryland Hospital Association (MHA) to collect...
COVID-19: Food Supply Chain Update from Maryland Department of Agriculture
As the State of Maryland continues its unprecedented response to COVID-19, the Maryland Department of Agriculture is emphasizing the need for businesses involved in the state’s food supply chain to continue production. As a key stakeholder, we are asking for your assistance in delivering...
Can my dog get Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Here at the Maryland Veterinary Medical Association, it is our passion and privilege to be the guardian of your pet’s healthcare. As your trusted advisor, it is also our responsibility to keep you apprised of any potential threats to your animal’s welfare. Can my...
March 17, 2020
HR 6201 update for the HOD
As reported last night, the House of Representatives passed a package of changes to H.R. 6201, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. While the changes were referred to as “technical” in nature, there are some significant policy changes included as an attempt to respond...
March 4, 2020
AVMA HOD Delegate report
Submitted by Dr. Andrew O’Carroll Greetings from your AVMA delegates, Dr. Krueger and I. For our 2020 Winter House of Delegates (HoD) session, we traveled once again to balmy Chicago as part of the AVMA’s Veterinary Leadership conference. To read specifics about what we...
