🚨 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.

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.

🚨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.

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 ⬇️

🚨 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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

🚨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...

📢 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...

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...

Energy and utility bills are not luxury goods. They are basic necessities. Yet 14 million Americans are in utility debt so severe their accounts are already or soon will be in collections. tcf.org/content/commentary/fueling-debt-how-rising-utility-costs-are-overwhelming-american-families/

APCo customers' bills have surged more than 3x faster than inflation. It’s no wonder that when candidates like Lily Franklin ran on promises to lower bills & hold utilities accountable, they won, making the cost of energy an issue lawmakers can't afford to ignore. www.canarymedia.com/articles/pol...

Tonight, voters made history in the Commonwealth. For the first time, every statewide office will be held by leaders who refuse money from Virginia's monopoly utilities, marking a turning point for millions of Virginians who have long paid the price for political corruption and monopoly control.

Congratulations to Delegate-Elect Mark Downey on a well-deserved victory in HD 69! @downeyforva.com

Congratulations to Delegate Phil Hernandez on a well-deserved victory in HD 94!

Congratulations to Delegate Betsy Carr on a well-deserved victory in HD 78!

Congratulations to Delegate Atoosa Reaser on a well-deserved victory in HD 27! @atoosareaser.bsky.social

Congratulations to Delegate JJ Singh on a well-deserved victory in HD 26!

Congratulations to Delegate Josh Thomas on a well-deserved victory in HD 21! @jetforva.bsky.social

Congratulations to Delegate Michelle Maldonado on a well-deserved victory in HD 20! @michelle4va.bsky.social

Congratulations to Delegate Kathy Tran on a well-deserved victory in HD 18! @kathykltran.bsky.social

Congratulations to Delegate David Bulova on a well-deserved victory in HD 11!

Congratulations to Delegate Adele McClure on a well-deserved victory in HD 2! @adelemcclure.bsky.social

Congratulations to Delegate Patrick Hope on a well-deserved victory in HD 1!

Congratulations to Delegate-Elect Kacey Carnegie on a well-deserved victory in HD 89!

Congratulations to Delegate Sam Rasoul on a well-deserved victory in HD 38! @samrasoul.bsky.social

Congratulations to Delegate Shelly Simonds on a well-deserved victory in HD 70! @simondshd70.bsky.social

Congratulations to Delegate Rodney Willett on a well-deserved victory in HD 58!

Congratulations to Delegate Michael Feggans on a well-deserved victory in HD 97!

Congratulations to Delegate Lee Ware on a well-deserved victory in HD 72!

Congratulations to Delegate Joe McNamara on a well-deserved victory in HD 40!

Congratulations to Delegate Nadarius Clark for a well-deserved victory in HD 84! @clarkfordelegate.bsky.social

Congratulations to Attorney General-Elect Jay Jones! As Attorney General, Jones will play a critical role in protecting Virginians from corporate abuse and ensuring powerful interests are held accountable. His victory marks a win for fairness, transparency and everyday Virginians.