by Anna Killius | Mar 13, 2020 | Advocacy, News |
Yesterday, Virginia’s General Assembly voted to send a budget bill to the Governor that includes over $200 million for clean water programs over the next two years. While that investment falls short of what the Governor originally proposed, it still sends a strong...
by jravirginia | Mar 5, 2020 | Advocacy, News |
Richmond Mayor, Levar Stoney, is scheduled to present his proposed FY 2021 budget to City Council on Friday, March 6. The Mayor’s budget is a reflection of his priorities and we expect it to include funding that supports a healthy and accessible James River for all...
by jravirginia | Jan 24, 2020 | Advocacy, News, Press Release |
PRESS STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 24, 2020 CONTACT: Erin Hillert Marketing & Communications Manager (608) 239-2644 ehillert@thejamesriver.org EPA Rolls Back Critical Protections for the James River The Environmental Protection Agency has announced...
by jravirginia | Jan 22, 2020 | Advocacy, News |
Soon, Virginia’s House and Senate Agriculture Committees will take up two bills that could have major impacts on the health of the James River and the Chesapeake Bay. Together, these bills can protect a critical fish species and keep cows — and bacteria —...
by Anna Killius | Jan 8, 2020 | Advocacy, News |
Today marks the start of the 2020 General Assembly session. Our representatives will have 60 days to get through a packed agenda, including a new two-year budget and a long list of priorities from the legislative body’s new leaders.2019 was a great year for clean...
by jravirginia | Dec 11, 2019 | Advocacy, News, Press Release |
PRESS STATEMENTFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:December 11, 2019CONTACT:Jamie BrunkowRiverkeeper and Senior Advocacy Manager(757) 634-4541jbrunkow@thejamesriver.orgJames River Association Applauds Governor’s Proposed Investments in Cleaner, Healthier Future for Virginia’s...
