Committee debates SB 40 amendment to VCEA as environmental groups and utilities clash Senate Bill 40, a substitute that would change how deficiency payments and penalties under the Virginia Clean Economy Act are applied to large commercial customers, drew sharp opposition from environmental groups and some utility critics who warned weakening penalties could erode compliance and long‑term clean energy goals. Sponsors said the changes would reduce immediate costs for ratepayers and provide flexibility to utilities facing supply‑chain constraints.

Virginia's Senate Bill 40 could reshape energy costs for consumers, but environmental advocates warn it may jeopardize the state's clean energy future.

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Committee rejects bill to roll back Virginia Clean Economy Act provisions Senate Bill 69, which sought to repeal parts of the Virginia Clean Economy Act and to recognize nuclear generation in the definition of clean energy, failed in committee after testimony from environmental groups and a 7–8 roll call.

A controversial bill to redefine clean energy in Virginia and include nuclear power was defeated in committee after strong opposition from environmental advocates.

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