Land & Wildlife Conservation Policy: 2023 General Assembly Review
Policies to reduce invasive plants, support native plants, and protect Virginia's aquatic ecosystems passed in the 2023 General Assembly session.
VIDEO: Conservation Lobby Day in Action!
Over 200 hundred advocates joined VCN and gathered at the Virginia Capitol’s Bell Tower to kick off a day of defending Virginia’s natural resources.
ROUNDUP: Final Clean Car Standards Repeal Bill is Defeated!
The conservation community successfully defeated a series of bills that would have repealed or undermined the Clean Car Standards this General Assembly session.
Crossover Update from Virginia’s General Assembly
As of this Tuesday, we have reached “crossover” – the day that bills introduced and passed in one chamber of the General Assembly must “cross over” to be voted on by the other. VCN provides an update on the remaining conservation bills in this short session.
Back in Action for Conservation Lobby Day
For our first Lobby Day back in person since 2020, over 200 conservation advocates joined over 75 meetings held with our state legislators. With guidance from VCN's Bill Tracker, attendees lobbied their state representatives to support strong conservation policies.
Launching Our Environmental Fellowship Program
Virginia Conservation Network is kicking off our second paid fellowship this summer for individuals looking to launch their career in the environment - who may not otherwise have the ability to take an unpaid summer internship.
Bill of the Day: Oyster Shell Recycling
We support bills that reuse oyster shells for restoration purposes, creating the ideal habitat for young oysters.
Black in Green Conservation Career Panel
The Black In Green Career Panel connects young Black professionals with Black environmental advocacy leaders in the conservation movement.
Bill of the Day: Defending Clean Car Standards
VCN is defending our Clean Car Standards to ensure access and affordability to electric vehicles and protect our public health.