Bill of the Day: Conservation Easements
Support conservation easement bills: HB1760 and SB1199
Governor’s Budget
On Wednesday, Governor Northam released his proposed 2021 amendments to the biennial 2020-2022 budget. The amendments are patroned by Delegate Torian in the house under HB 1800 and Senator Howell under SB 1100. Here's the scoop on what the proposed amendments mean for Virginia's natural resources and landscape: Meeting Chesapeake Bay [...]
Voter Registration Deadline is October 13th!
Virginia's Voter Registration Deadline is October 13th, just a week away! Not yet registered to vote? You can never register too soon, so do it now and check it off your list. To register to vote in Virginia, visit here. Think you're already registered? Double check here. Research shows that the [...]
Early Voting Begins Today!
The November election is just weeks away! Virginia Conservation Network wants to ensure that you are prepared with the information and resources to cast your vote in 2020. This year, you can vote in person on or before November 3rd, or mail in or drop off an absentee ballot. Starting today, you [...]
VCN Response to the 2020 General Assembly Special Session and the 2021-22 Biennium Budgets
Your charge during this special session of the General Assembly is a weighty one -- address the immediate demands of a public health crisis, continue the hard work of dismantling racial inequities in the Commonwealth, and secure the essential needs of our communities. This pandemic has made it clear that [...]
ROUNDUP: Pass Utility Debt Relief Bill
Nearly 30 advocacy groups urged the General Assembly to inject nearly $400 million into the economy using the money Dominion Energy has overcharged Virginia families and small businesses since 2017.
Six rivers added to Virginia Scenic Rivers System
As the Virginia Scenic Rivers Program turns 50 this year, it has gained six rivers to the state scenic system.
Virginia Invests $34 Million to Electrify Port of Virginia
Governor Ralph Northam announced that Virginia will replace all-diesel cargo handling equipment at the Port of Virginia with zero-emission all-electric equipment.
Rep. McEachin and Virginia Stakeholders Discuss Congressional Climate Action Plan
On June 30th, the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis released their report, “Solving the Climate Crisis: The Congressional Action Plan for a Clean Energy Economy and a Healthy and Just America.” This 538 page report outlines hundreds of policy recommendations for fighting the climate crisis and is centered [...]