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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:

Lee Carter on Environment
Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger: Click here for Lee Carter on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Amanda Chase on Environment
Republican candidate for governor of Virginia: Click here for Amanda Chase on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Kirk Cox on Environment
Republican candidate for Governor: Click here for Kirk Cox on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Ken Cuccinelli on Environment
Republican Challenger : Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Ken Cuccinelli on other issues.
  • Reform eminent domain laws; only for true public uses. (Mar 2013)
  • Join with EPA for stormwater management. (Feb 2013)
  • Regulating water runoff is not part of Clean Water Act. (Feb 2013)
  • Federal coal mining permits usurp state authority. (Feb 2013)
  • Kill rats around Occupy DC camps; don't move them to VA. (Jan 2012)
  • EPA should stand for "the Employment Prevention Agency". (Jan 2011)
Justin Fairfax on Environment
Virginia Democratic Governor: Click here for Justin Fairfax on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Jennifer Carroll Foy on Environment
Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger : Click here for Jennifer Carroll Foy on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Mark Herring on Environment
Democratic candidate for governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Mark Herring on other issues.
  • Rated 87% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2013)
Tim Kaine on Environment
Democratic Senate Challenger; previously Governor: Click here for 11 full quotes OR click here for Tim Kaine on other issues.
  • Extreme concern over cuts to EPA. (Oct 2018)
  • Don't require GMO labels for genetically-engineered food. (Nov 2016)
  • We must protect resources like oyster reefs and clean water. (Jul 2016)
  • A clean environment and a strong economy need not contradict. (Mar 2014)
  • Always work to protect our air, water and land. (Feb 2012)
  • Save animal lives with anti-freeze poisoning prevention bill. (Mar 2009)
  • Comprehensive study of mercury's effect on environment. (Feb 2007)
  • Historic investments in water quality & open space. (Jan 2007)
  • Invest in ongoing work to clean up rivers & Chesapeake Bay. (Jan 2006)
  • Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
  • Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Mar 2017)
Terry McAuliffe on Environment
Democratic nominee for Governor; previously DNC Chair: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Terry McAuliffe on other issues.
  • TV ad: "May I please have more arsenic in my water, mommy?". (Jan 2007)
Jennifer McClellan on Environment
Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger : Click here for Jennifer McClellan on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Bob McDonnell on Environment
Republican Governor: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Bob McDonnell on other issues.
  • $5 million for open space land conservation. (Jan 2012)
  • Establish "Green Jobs Zone"; protect the Chesapeake Bay. (Nov 2009)
Ralph Northam on Environment
Democratic Governor: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Ralph Northam on other issues.
  • Modernize regulations; strengthen enforcement. (Jan 2020)
  • I reject idea that environmental regulations harm economy. (Nov 2011)
Tom Perriello on Environment
Democratic candidate for Governor: Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Tom Perriello on other issues.
  • Lifelong commitment to smart & green environmental policies. (Nov 2008)
  • Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2010)
Robert Sarvis on Environment
Libertarian nominee for Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Robert Sarvis on other issues.
  • No open space funding, but environmental harm regulations ok. (Nov 2013)
Frank Wagner on Environment
Republican: Click here for Frank Wagner on other issues.
    No stance on record.

Senate:

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Amanda Chase on Environment
Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for Amanda Chase on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Daniel Gade on Environment
Republican Senate challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Daniel Gade on other issues.
  • A huge fan of deregulation as much as possible. (Sep 2020)
Ed Gillespie on Environment
Republican Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Ed Gillespie on other issues.
  • OpEd: Lobbied for company that received 50 EPA warnings. (Jan 2014)
Tim Kaine on Environment
Democratic Senate Challenger; previously Governor: Click here for 11 full quotes OR click here for Tim Kaine on other issues.
  • Extreme concern over cuts to EPA. (Oct 2018)
  • Don't require GMO labels for genetically-engineered food. (Nov 2016)
  • We must protect resources like oyster reefs and clean water. (Jul 2016)
  • A clean environment and a strong economy need not contradict. (Mar 2014)
  • Always work to protect our air, water and land. (Feb 2012)
  • Save animal lives with anti-freeze poisoning prevention bill. (Mar 2009)
  • Comprehensive study of mercury's effect on environment. (Feb 2007)
  • Historic investments in water quality & open space. (Jan 2007)
  • Invest in ongoing work to clean up rivers & Chesapeake Bay. (Jan 2006)
  • Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
  • Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Mar 2017)
Robert Sarvis on Environment
Libertarian Challenger for Senate: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Robert Sarvis on other issues.
  • No open space funding, but environmental harm regulations ok. (Nov 2013)
Corey Stewart on Environment
Republican candidate for Virginia U.S. Senator: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Corey Stewart on other issues.
  • Excess environmental regulation costs jobs. (Oct 2018)
  • Fight EPA regulatory over-reach. (May 2018)
  • Ensure EPA ceases threatening our economy. (Nov 2013)
Scott Taylor on Environment
Republican 2020 Senate Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Scott Taylor on other issues.
  • Environmental laws ignore the sovereignty of the states. (Nov 2016)
  • Loosen restrictions on predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
Mark Warner on Environment
Democratic Jr Senator; previously Governor: Click here for 9 full quotes OR click here for Mark Warner on other issues.
  • Tougher discharge regulations on Chesapeake Bay. (Mar 2008)
  • Redevelop Virginia’s brownfields. (Nov 2001)
  • Preserve open space & control suburban sprawl. (Nov 2001)
  • Economic prosperity depends on wise use of natural resources. (Nov 2001)
  • Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
  • Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Rated 40% by HSLF, indicating a mixed voting record on animal welfare. (Jan 2012)
  • Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Mar 2017)

House:

Don Beyer on Environment
Democratic House Member (District 8): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Don Beyer on other issues.
  • Humane treatment of animals is element of civilized society. (Oct 2014)
  • Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Mar 2017)
  • Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2014)
  • Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
  • Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
Dave Brat on Environment
Republican House Member (District 7): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Dave Brat on other issues.
  • Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
Eric Cantor on Environment
Republican Representative (VA-7): Click here for 10 full quotes OR click here for Eric Cantor on other issues.
  • Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted NO on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted YES on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Rated 0% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Rated 13% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
Ben Cline on Environment
Republican (District 6): Click here for Ben Cline on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Barbara Comstock on Environment
Republican House Member (District 10): Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Barbara Comstock on other issues.
  • Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
  • Loosen restrictions on predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
Gerry Connolly on Environment
Democrat (District 11): Click here for 14 full quotes OR click here for Gerry Connolly on other issues.
  • Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Add polar bear & bluefin tuna to endangered species list. (May 2010)
  • Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2010)
  • Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
  • Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
  • Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Mar 2012)
  • Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
  • Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions. (Mar 2013)
  • Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2013)
  • Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Jan 2014)
  • Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
  • Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
Randy Forbes on Environment
Republican Representative (VA-4): Click here for 15 full quotes OR click here for Randy Forbes on other issues.
  • Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted NO on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted NO on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
  • Voted YES on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Rated 10% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Sponsored no permits for legal pesticide runoff into lakes & streams. (Apr 2013)
  • No EPA permits required for forest road runoff. (Jul 2013)
  • No EPA expansion of regulated waters. (Jul 2014)
  • Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
  • Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
Tom Garrett on Environment
Republican (District 5): Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Tom Garrett on other issues.
  • EPA, BLM, and USDA needlessly persecute farmers. (Nov 2016)
  • Loosen restrictions on predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
Bob Goodlatte on Environment
Republican Representative (VA-6): Click here for 15 full quotes OR click here for Bob Goodlatte on other issues.
  • Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
  • Voted YES on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Rated 5% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Rated 0% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
  • No EPA permits required for forest road runoff. (Jul 2013)
  • No EPA expansion of regulated waters. (Jul 2014)
  • Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
  • Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
Morgan Griffith on Environment
Republican (District 9): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Morgan Griffith on other issues.
  • EPA must balance protecting environment and our economy. (Oct 2011)
  • Rated 0% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
  • No EPA permits required for forest road runoff. (Jun 2013)
  • Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
  • Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
  • Loosen restrictions on predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
Robert Hurt on Environment
Republican (District 5): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Robert Hurt on other issues.
  • Rated 0% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
  • No EPA permits required for forest road runoff. (Jun 2013)
  • No EPA expansion of regulated waters. (Jul 2014)
  • Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
Elaine Luria on Environment
Democrat (District 2): Click here for Elaine Luria on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Donald McEachin on Environment
Democrat (District 4): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Donald McEachin on other issues.
  • Address public health threats from pollution & toxins. (Nov 2016)
Scott Rigell on Environment
Republican (District 2): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Scott Rigell on other issues.
  • Rated 0% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
  • No EPA expansion of regulated waters. (Jul 2014)
  • Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
Denver Riggleman on Environment
Republican (District 5): Click here for Denver Riggleman on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Bobby Scott on Environment
Democratic Representative (VA-3): Click here for 17 full quotes OR click here for Bobby Scott on other issues.
  • Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
  • Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
  • Rated 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
  • Rated 63% by HSLF, indicating a mixed voting record on animal welfare. (Jan 2012)
  • Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
  • Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
  • Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
  • Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
Abigail Spanberger on Environment
Democrat (District 7): Click here for Abigail Spanberger on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Jennifer Wexton on Environment
Democrat (District 10): Click here for Jennifer Wexton on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Rob Wittman on Environment
Republican (District 1): Click here for 13 full quotes OR click here for Rob Wittman on other issues.
  • Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted NO on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
  • Stop considering manure as pollutant or hazardous. (Sep 2011)
  • Member of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
  • Establish an International Conservation Strategy. (Jun 2012)
  • Rated 38% by HSLF, indicating a mixed voting record on animal welfare. (Jan 2012)
  • No EPA permits required for forest road runoff. (Jun 2013)
  • Matching grants for wetlands conservation projects. (May 2013)
  • Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)

Former candidates & officeholders:

Madeleine Albright on Environment
Secretary of State 1997-2000: Click here for Madeleine Albright on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Creigh Deeds on Environment
Democrat Challenger (2009): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Creigh Deeds on other issues.
  • Bring high-speed rail & bus rapid transit to Virginia. (Sep 2009)
Ed Gillespie on Environment
Republican 2017 Gubernatorial candidate: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Ed Gillespie on other issues.
  • OpEd: Lobbied for company that received 50 EPA warnings. (Jan 2014)
Jim Gilmore on Environment
Senate challenger 2008; previously Republican Governor (VA): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Jim Gilmore on other issues.
  • Extend “Virginia Naturally”: empower people with knowledge. (Jan 2001)
  • Extend "Virginia Naturally": empower people with knowledge. (Jan 2001)
  • More state autonomy on brownfields & Superfund cleanups. (Aug 2001)
  • Support State Revolving Loan Fund for flexible Clean Water. (Aug 2001)
  • Supports national drought policy, focusing on readiness. (Sep 2001)
  • Maintain water flow in Mississippi & Missouri Rivers. (Feb 2001)
Mark Warner on Environment
Democratic Jr Senator; previously Governor: Click here for 9 full quotes OR click here for Mark Warner on other issues.
  • Tougher discharge regulations on Chesapeake Bay. (Mar 2008)
  • Redevelop Virginia’s brownfields. (Nov 2001)
  • Preserve open space & control suburban sprawl. (Nov 2001)
  • Economic prosperity depends on wise use of natural resources. (Nov 2001)
  • Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
  • Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Rated 40% by HSLF, indicating a mixed voting record on animal welfare. (Jan 2012)
  • Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Mar 2017)
Rob Wittman on Environment
Republican 2017 Gubernatorial candidate: Click here for 13 full quotes OR click here for Rob Wittman on other issues.
  • Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted NO on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
  • Stop considering manure as pollutant or hazardous. (Sep 2011)
  • Member of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
  • Establish an International Conservation Strategy. (Jun 2012)
  • Rated 38% by HSLF, indicating a mixed voting record on animal welfare. (Jan 2012)
  • No EPA permits required for forest road runoff. (Jun 2013)
  • Matching grants for wetlands conservation projects. (May 2013)
  • Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
James Moran on Environment
Democratic Representative (VA-8): Click here for 22 full quotes OR click here for James Moran on other issues.
  • Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
  • Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
  • Rated 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Add polar bear & bluefin tuna to endangered species list. (May 2010)
  • Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
  • Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
  • Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Mar 2012)
  • Establish an International Conservation Strategy. (Jun 2012)
  • Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
  • Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions. (Mar 2013)
  • Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2013)
  • Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Jan 2014)
  • Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
Frank Wolf on Environment
Republican Representative (VA-10): Click here for 12 full quotes OR click here for Frank Wolf on other issues.
  • Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Rated 5% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Rated 25% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
  • Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
  • Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
Mark Earley on Environment
Republican 2000 Candidate: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Mark Earley on other issues.
  • Responsibility to protect & pass on natural treasures. (Nov 2001)
  • More investment in clean drinking water. (Nov 2001)
  • 21% for 21st century (21% of land as open space). (Nov 2001)
John Hager on Environment
GOP 2000 Primary Candidate: Click here for John Hager on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Virgil Goode on Environment
Republican (Unseated 2008) (District 5): Click here for 7 full quotes OR click here for Virgil Goode on other issues.
  • Voted NO on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
  • Voted YES on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Rated 20% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
Charles Robb on Environment
Democratic Senator (Former): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Charles Robb on other issues.
  • Voted NO on more funding for forest roads and fish habitat. (Sep 1999)
  • Voted YES on transportation demo projects. (Mar 1998)
  • Voted YES on reducing funds for road-building in National Forests. (Sep 1997)
  • Voted YES on continuing desert protection in California. (Oct 1994)
  • Voted YES on requiring EPA risk assessments. (May 1994)
  • Fund studies of invasive species and algal blooms. (Mar 1998)
Edward Schrock on Environment
Republican (Until 2004) (District 2): Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Edward Schrock on other issues.
  • Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Rated 5% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
Herb Bateman on Environment
Republican (District 1): Click here for Herb Bateman on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Tom Bliley on Environment
Republican (District 7): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Tom Bliley on other issues.
  • Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
Rick Boucher on Environment
Democratic Representative (VA-9): Click here for 13 full quotes OR click here for Rick Boucher on other issues.
  • Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
  • Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Establish a grassland reserve program to conserve grassland. (May 2001)
  • Rated 75% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
Jo Ann Davis on Environment
Republican (District 1): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Jo Ann Davis on other issues.
  • Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
  • Voted YES on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Rated 5% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
Tom Davis on Environment
Republican Representative (VA-11): Click here for 11 full quotes OR click here for Tom Davis on other issues.
  • Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
  • Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
  • Supports grants for brownfields remediation. (May 2002)
  • Make EPA into a Cabinet department. (May 2002)
  • Rated 30% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
  • Focus on results, not regulation. (Sep 1998)
Tim Donner on Environment
Former Republican Challenger (2012): Click here for Tim Donner on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Thelma Drake on Environment
Republican Representative (VA-2): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Thelma Drake on other issues.
  • Voted NO on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
  • Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
  • Voted NO on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
  • Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
  • Voted YES on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
  • Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
Jim Gilmore on Environment
Senate challenger 2008; previously Republican Governor (VA): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Jim Gilmore on other issues.
  • Extend “Virginia Naturally”: empower people with knowledge. (Jan 2001)
  • Extend "Virginia Naturally": empower people with knowledge. (Jan 2001)
  • More state autonomy on brownfields & Superfund cleanups. (Aug 2001)
  • Support State Revolving Loan Fund for flexible Clean Water. (Aug 2001)
  • Supports national drought policy, focusing on readiness. (Sep 2001)
  • Maintain water flow in Mississippi & Missouri Rivers. (Feb 2001)
Bob Marshall on Environment
Republican Senate challenger: Click here for Bob Marshall on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Harris Miller on Environment
Democratic challenger: Click here for Harris Miller on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Glenn Nye on Environment
Democrat (until 2010) (District 2): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Glenn Nye on other issues.
  • Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
Tom Perriello on Environment
Democrat (until 2010) (District 5): Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Tom Perriello on other issues.
  • Lifelong commitment to smart & green environmental policies. (Nov 2008)
  • Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
  • Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
  • Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2010)
Owen Pickett on Environment
Democrat (District 2): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Owen Pickett on other issues.
  • Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
Jamie Radtke on Environment
Former Republican Senate Challenger (2012): Click here for Jamie Radtke on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Norman Sisisky on Environment
Democrat (District 4): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Norman Sisisky on other issues.
  • Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
John Warner on Environment
Republican Sr Senator (VA): Click here for 14 full quotes OR click here for John Warner on other issues.
  • Voted NO on prohibiting eminent domain for use as parks or grazing land. (Dec 2007)
  • Voted NO on including oil & gas smokestacks in mercury regulations. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on confirming Gale Norton as Secretary of Interior. (Jan 2001)
  • Voted YES on more funding for forest roads and fish habitat. (Sep 1999)
  • Voted YES on transportation demo projects. (Mar 1998)
  • Voted NO on reducing funds for road-building in National Forests. (Sep 1997)
  • Voted YES on continuing desert protection in California. (Oct 1994)
  • Voted YES on requiring EPA risk assessments. (May 1994)
  • Reduce liability for hazardous waste cleanup. (May 2001)
  • End commercial whaling and illegal trade in whale meat. (Jun 2001)
  • Rated 11% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
  • Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
  • Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
  • Fund studies of invasive species and algal blooms. (Mar 1998)
James Webb on Environment
Democratic Sr Senator (Retired): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for James Webb on other issues.
  • More funding to reduce traffic congestion. (Oct 2006)
  • Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
  • Voted NO on prohibiting eminent domain for use as parks or grazing land. (Dec 2007)
  • Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
  • Rated 0% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
George Allen on Environment
Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for George Allen on other issues.
  • Voted NO on including oil & gas smokestacks in mercury regulations. (Sep 2005)
  • Voted YES on confirming Gale Norton as Secretary of Interior. (Jan 2001)
  • Rated 0% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
Nick Freitas on Environment
Republican candidate for Virginia U. S. Senator: Click here for Nick Freitas on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Bob Good on Environment
Republican (District 5): Click here for Bob Good on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Scott Taylor on Environment
Republican (District 2): Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Scott Taylor on other issues.
  • Environmental laws ignore the sovereignty of the states. (Nov 2016)
  • Loosen restrictions on predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)

                                                                                                                                                                               
  

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