The proposed NextEra-Dominion acquisition is a stark reminder of why Virginia desperately needs campaign finance reform. When billions of dollars and one of the largest corporate takeovers in history are on the line, Virginians deserve representatives accountable to people, not wealthy corporations.

Clean Virginia: Why Virginia needs campaign finance reform, now more than ever

Clean Virginia has consistently advocated for comprehensive campaign finance reform — including a ban on corporate contributions as well as contribution limits on all other donors, Clean Virginia i…

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Dominion’s average residential bill increased from $149.92 to a projected $180 — roughly 20% — in the last year. If NextEra takes over, that number will continue climbing. Senator @scvanvalkenburg.bsky.social lays out his concerns about the proposal in a @richmond.com guest column, published today.

Why NextEra’s Dominion takeover could mean higher electric bills for Virginians | Guest column

Virginia families are already facing soaring electricity bills, and the proposed NextEra-Dominion merger would make matters worse by shifting control of Virginia’s electric grid to an out-of-state cor...

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As the NextEra-Dominion acquisition proposal moves forward, more voices are joining the call for answers. From elected officials to advocates, Virginians are asking the same question: what will this $67 billion deal mean for the future of the Commonwealth? www.wric.com/news/virgini...

Bipartisan lawmakers push for more scrutiny of Dominion-NextEra merger

A bipartisan group of elected officials are speaking out against the review process surrounding the proposed Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy merger.

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🚨 BREAKING: Dominion files application seeking approval of NextEra's proposed $67B acquisition. Regulators have as little as 60 days to review the largest utility acquisition in U.S. history, but the SCC and the General Assembly have the power to extend this window and strengthen review standards.

BREAKING: Dominion Files NextEra Merger Application, Launching Review of Proposed $66.8 Billion Deal

Virginia law gives regulators as little as 60 days to review the largest utility acquisition in U.S. history, but the SCC and the General Assembly have the power to extend this window and strengthen r...

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The NextEra-Dominion merger would result in the largest utility monopoly in the country, and @ltgovhashmi.bsky.social is asking all the right questions — 64 to be exact — about how it would impact the people living, working, and raising families in the Commonwealth.

Va. Lt. Gov. Hashmi calls on regulators to extend review period for NextEra-Dominion Energy merger • Virginia Mercury

In a letter sent to the State Corporation Commission this week, Lt. Gov. Ghazala Hashmi urged the commissioners to more closely scrutinize the planned merger of Dominion Energy, the commonwealth’s lar...

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🚨ICYMI: In a Richmond Times-Dispatch guest column published Friday, Lt. Gov. Hashmi sounded the alarm over the proposed $67 billion NextEra-Dominion merger, warning that Virginia is moving too quickly and urging a review that puts Virginia families first.

ICYMI: Lt. Gov. Hashmi Warns Virginia Is Rushing the Largest Utility Merger in U.S. History

This merger could have serious impacts on the Commonwealth's future, but Lt. Gov. Hashmi believes Virginia has a chance to get this right.

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A merger of this size could have lasting consequences for Virginia's future, but @ltgovhashmi.bsky.social believes we have a chance to get this right. "Virginia families deserve better than a process designed for speed rather than scrutiny." Read her case for a responsible path forward ⬇️

Virginia's NextEra merger review must put Virginia families first | Guest column

Virginia must slow down and strengthen its outdated review process before approving a $67 billion Dominion–NextEra merger that could raise costs and reshape the state’s energy future.

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🚨 Senate Leadership Secures Additional $1.2 Billion in Budget Deal, Big Tech Tax Break Remains Intact 🔗 Read our full statement on the 2026-28 budget conference report: cleanvirginia.org/2026/06/22/state-budget-deal/

With all eyes on the data center debate, another important issue is quietly making its way through the state budget process: language in the House proposal that would halt mandatory audits of statewide candidates, several legislators, and local elected officials. wjla.com/news/local/v...

Virginia campaign finance audits on the chopping block in House budget

The Virginia House of Delegate’s proposed budget includes language that would repeal a law that was enacted to keep lawmakers honest about where they receive ca

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What began as a targeted economic development incentive has grown into a MASSIVE annual tax break for some of the world’s wealthiest tech companies. If you agree these companies should pay their fair share, show your support by attending an event near you, starting TODAY! (details in flyers).

“With 67% of Virginians supporting an end to special tax breaks for Big Tech data centers, the House conference budget is badly out of step with the public." www.cleanvirginia.org/2026/06/12/h...

House Budget Proposal Doubles Down on Data Center Tax Breaks, Despite Broad Public Opposition

Rather than advance reform, the budget fails to act on Virginia’s rapidly expanding data center tax exemption.

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More than half of Virginia voters oppose special tax breaks for data centers, according to a recent poll by the @washingtonpost Schar School. “Virginia families and small businesses are paying their taxes, and multinational data center operators should do the same.”

So NextEra and Dominion Energy wanna make a deal? 💰⚡The proposed acquisition raises serious questions about customer costs, corporate influence, and accountability. Scroll through to find out why the merger demands rigorous scrutiny and strong protections before this deal moves forward.

NextEra’s troubling record in Florida calls for extreme caution as it moves to acquire Dominion Energy. Virginians deserve clear answers on affordability, political influence, and whether this deal serves the public interest. www.cleanvirginia.org/2026/05/18/n...

NextEra Moves to Acquire Dominion Energy, Clean Virginia Urges Extreme Caution

The proposed merger demands rigorous scrutiny and clear answers on affordability, political influence, and the public interest.

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Virginia guarantees Dominion a 9.8% profit on every dollar it spends building infrastructure. The more they build, the more they earn. Now there are 88 transmission projects driven solely by data centers costing $2.4 billion.

NEWS: New report details why Dominion Energy bills keep rising - Clean Virginia

The report, released by Clean Virginia on the heels of the 2026 legislative session, also outlines concrete solutions to lower bills and protect customers.

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A new Hart Research poll shows ending data center tax handouts in Virginia has bipartisan support: 81% of Independents 76% of Democrats 51% of Republicans

Dominion's website literally advertised Virginia as "the ideal choice" for data centers, promising to be "a true partner in growing your data center footprint." Now their own spokesperson admits prices are going up because of them:

To every Virginia politician siding with the data center lobby: New poll: 46% of Virginians are MORE likely to support a candidate who backs ending the $2 billion tax break on data centers. Only 14% say less likely.

Next month, lawmakers will vote on whether to end the data center tax exemption that, last year, resulted in a $1.9 billion giveaway to some of the world's wealthiest corporations. Join the call on 3/30 to take action. www.cleanvirginia.org/act/end-big-tax-breaks-for-data-centers-mobilizing-call/

”The General Assembly missed its chance to deliver real relief, and it’s up to Governor Spanberger to step in, reject policies that increase costs and push for solutions that reduce the immediate financial burden on households." www.cleanvirginia.org/2026/03/23/l...

Lawmakers largely fail to protect Virginians from rising electric bills and data center impacts, Governor can still act

The 2026 General Assembly session ended with little action on reforms to address rising costs; now it's up to the governor to change course.

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Utility profits don't have to come at the expense of customers. Performance-based regulation tools can create a win-win by aligning utility incentives with better outcomes for customers in areas like affordability, reliability and decarbonization. virginiamercury.com/2026/02/23/w...

What is ‘performance-based regulation’, and how can it lower utility bills? • Virginia Mercury

Virginia lawmakers want regulators to study whether tying utility profits to performance — not spending — could cut costs, reduce outages and improve service.

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🚨URGENT CALL TO ACTION! In just a few hours, the Senate will vote on a bill that would protect Virginians from paying the price for Big Tech's data centers. Tell your Senator: Break up with Big Tech; Vote YES for Senate Bill 619. 📢 Contact your lawmaker NOW: nogasplant.org/act

💌 Sending love letters is nice, but delivering public testimony is better. 🔥 This Sun., 2/8 we're teaming up with @ltgovhashmi.bsky.social for a virtual workshop to prepare you to testify in support of critical energy and good governance bills up for a vote in a few days. RSVP now! bit.ly/4rrEOmC

💌 RSVP now to join @ltgovhashmi.bsky.social this Sunday, February 8th, from 3-4 PM, for a virtual public testimony workshop, where you’ll learn how to deliver effective public testimony on critical energy and good governance bills coming up for a vote soon. www.cleanvirginia.org/act/register...

Two things we learned after the No New Gas for Big Tech lobby day yesterday: 1) No amount of ice and snow will stop folks from showing up for their communities, and 2) Virginians don’t want expensive polluting gas plants to serve Big Tech! #nonewgasforbigtech

A bipartisan group of lawmakers yesterday unveiled legislation aimed at curbing rising electric bills for Appalachian Power customers, which have increased three times the rate of inflation since 2007. cardinalnews.org/2026/01/21/4...

4 Va. lawmakers target rising Appalachian Power bills

The bipartisan group of legislators said Tuesday they will advocate for new laws to help Appalachian Power customers.

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📢 We're hiring a Social Media Fellow to lead day-to-day content creation and platform management during the 2026 Virginia General Assembly legislative session. If you or someone you know is interested, head to cleanvirginia.org/careers/ for more details and how to apply.

⚡️ICYMI: Our latest report takes a deep dive into the root causes of APCO's rising energy bills and policy solutions to lower them. To learn more, read The Path to Affordable Power: Lowering Bills for Appalachian Power Customers. www.cleanvirginia.org/wp-content/u...

The SCC issued its final order approving Dominion's gas plant in Chesterfield County earlier today. The decision marks a major departure from VA's commitment to clean air and threatens communities with increased bills, health risks and environmental impacts. www.cleanvirginia.org/2025/11/25/c...

Clean Virginia responds to SCC decision to approve Dominion's gas plant in Chesterfield County

“Today’s disappointing decision from the SCC lays bare that Virginia’s energy regulatory system is fundamentally broken and needs urgent repair,” said Brennan Gilmore, Clean Virginia’s executive direc...

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APCo rates have surged more than three times faster than inflation since 2007, but why? Discover the root causes of rising bills and policy solutions to lower them in our new report, The Path to Affordable Power: Lowering bills for APCo customers. www.cleanvirginia.org/wp-content/u...