07/02/2026
Congratulations to our technicians for all their hard work and dedication to become LVT’s ( Licensed Veterinary Technicians)
Today marks a historic milestone for the veterinary profession in Minnesota: as of July 1, 2026, veterinary technician licensure is officially in effect across our state!
This achievement represents years of dedication, advocacy, collaboration, and persistence by countless individuals who believed that veterinary technicians deserve professional recognition through licensure. What was once a vision has now become reality.
The Minnesota Association of Veterinary Technicians extends our sincere gratitude to everyone who helped make this possible. To the volunteers, advocates, legislators, veterinary professionals, and supporters who dedicated their time and energy to this effort- thank you!
We are especially grateful for our partnership with the MVMA Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association. Working together toward a shared goal strengthened our profession and demonstrated what can be accomplished through collaboration.
Today is more than the implementation of a law, it is the beginning of a new chapter for veterinary technicians in Minnesota. Licensure helps elevate our profession, strengthens public trust, and recognizes the education, knowledge, and skills that licensed veterinary technicians bring to patient care every day.
To every veterinary technician in Minnesota: congratulations on this historic day! Thank you for the care, compassion, and expertise you provide to animals, clients, and veterinary teams every day.
Here's to the future of the LVT profession in Minnesota!
