Conservation

Take Action to Strengthen the Migratory Bird Treaty Act

Take Action to Strengthen the Migratory Bird Treaty Act

Two of our Northern Virginia Representatives (Reps. Don Beyer and Gerry Connolly) are co-sponsors of H.B. 4833, the Migratory Bird Protection Act. If you are in the district of any of Northern Virginia’s other Representatives, let them know you want them to support the bill and sign on as co-sponsors.

Governor Northam Announces Plans to Help Birds at the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel

Governor Northam Announces Plans to Help Birds at the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel

On February 14, Governor Ralph Northam announced plans to mitigate harm to 25,000 shorebirds whose nesting area has been destroyed to accommodate the expansion of the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel (HRBT). The Governor’s announcement came following weeks of protests by individuals and organizations from around the country, including ASNV, the National Audubon Society and the American Bird Conservancy.

Virginia Legislature Is Considering Many Bills – How to Speak Up

Virginia Legislature Is Considering Many Bills – How to Speak Up

The Virginia General Assembly is now in session and considering several thousand bills.  In the conservation area, there are bills addressing tree preservation, climate change, energy conservation, plastic pollution, water quality and more.  Many committees are headed by Northern Virginians this year.

U.S. 1 Changes Bring Environmental Opportunities

U.S. 1 Changes Bring Environmental Opportunities

Two historic development projects are underway on U.S. 1 (called Richmond Highway there) in the Mount Vernon area of Fairfax County ; the widening of the highway and a redevelopment called “Embark.” These projects will make major changes to the corridor.