Every General Assembly session, the Virginia Conservation shares “Bill of the Day” updates for high-priority conservation bills. See our Bill(s) of the Day to learn more about conservation issues, conservation bills we are advocating for or against, and actions you can take to support strong conservation policy in Virginia.
We’re defending attacks on the Virginia Clean Economy Act (VCEA), passed in 2020, that outlines a path for Virginia’s two largest electric utilities—Dominion Energy and Appalachian Power Company—to transition to 100% clean energy by 2045 and 2050, respectively.
A lack of dedicated funding is putting our public lands at risk. The Virginia’s Great Outdoors Act would provide the necessary funding needed to continue protecting our public lands.
The Affordable Clean Energy Package can increase affordable, clean energy by increasing storage and solar targets, removing regulatory hurdles, and improving consumer protections.
Virginia must prioritize additional menhaden science & management practices to protect the health of Virginia's waters.
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.
VCN is supporting legislation to advance energy efficiency efforts that reduce energy costs and make energy more affordable.
Virginia must establish dedicated funding and coordination to prioritize habitat connectivity and protect wildlife & motorists.
VCN is supporting legislation to manage and control the spread of invasive plants across Virginia.
VCN is supporting efforts to create Oak Hill State Park, a new state park in Loudoun County.