Bill of the Day: Managing Atlantic Menhaden
Virginia must prioritize additional menhaden science & management practices to protect the health of Virginia's waters.
Bill of the Day: Virginia’s Brown-belted Bumblebee
Recognizing the brown-belted bumblebee as Virginia’s state native pollinator will raise awareness of their impact to our native plants, wildlife, and natural areas.
Bill of the Day: Wildlife Corridors
Virginia must establish dedicated funding and coordination to prioritize habitat connectivity and protect wildlife & motorists.
Bill of the Day: Managing Invasive Plants
VCN is supporting legislation to manage and control the spread of invasive plants across Virginia.
Land Conservation in Virginia StoryMap
Our Virginia Outdoors released a StoryMap providing an overview of land conservation and funding efforts and ways to further invest in Virginia's outdoors.
New Laws: Curbing Invasive Plant Sales
A new law passed in the 2025 General Assembly session will take into effect in January 2027, requiring stores to clearly label invasive plants where they are sold and direct consumers to alternatives.
ROUNDUP: Federal Agencies Protecting Wildlife, Breathable Air, and Drinking Water
The National Wildlife Federation and 40 state and territorial affiliate organizations support federal agencies protecting wildlife and people’s everyday lives.
Land & Wildlife Conservation Recap: 2025 Bill Outcomes
Virginia Conservation Network advocated for 12 bills this General Assembly session that supported wildlife habitats, outdoor recreation, protections for native species, and more.
Bill of the Day: Oak Hill State Park
VCN is supporting efforts to create Oak Hill State Park, a new state park in Loudoun County.