Which statement best describes the AVIC?

• A. An official who coordinates interstate animal health
• B. A state employee with responsibility for a state
• C. A federal employee who has responsibility for at least one state/territory
• D. A local agricultural extension agent

Answer: (C)

AVIC stands for Area Veterinarian-in-Charge, a federal veterinarian from APHIS who is responsible for animal health programs in a specific state or territory. The defining feature is that this role belongs to the federal level and is tied to geographic jurisdiction—at least one state or territory. This person acts as the main federal contact for that area, coordinating with state officials and overseeing federal animal health activities within that jurisdiction. That’s why the description of a federal employee who has responsibility for at least one state/territory best fits. A describes interstate coordination, which isn’t the core identifier; B and D point to state or local roles that are not federal AVIC responsibilities.