Each new year, Alliance staff and our partners begin to look to Richmond and the upcoming General Assembly for legislation that affects our land, water, and way of life in the Shenandoah Valley. We advocate for legislation that enhances –
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Clean Water
For us in the Valley, water quality is very closely tied to agriculture and we support legislation that increases access to the tools farmers need to implement practices that not only keep our water clean, but also lead to healthier herds and more successful harvests.
Land Conservation
Our rural landscapes are part of our heritage here in the Valley and we advocate for access to resources and tools for our landowners to conserve their land for future generations.
Energy
Virginia has set some ambitious renewable energy goals, and we want to do our part here in the Valley. We advocate for common sense regulations and incentives that are designed to situate projects in the most complementary locations to our robust agriculture and tourism economies.
Transportation
We have long supported right-sized transportation plans for everything from our back country roads to I-81. At the state-level we advocate for transportation dollars to be allocated through a vigorous analysis with strong consideration for pedestrian and rail options that require less pavement.
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2023 General Assembly Preview Watch Party
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A mostly good session in Richmond for farmland protection and clean water
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