Virginia League of Conservation Voters honors Senator Jill Vogel  

The Virginia League of Conservation Voters recently honored Senator Jill H. Vogel (R-Upperville) at a reception and dinner recognizing legislators with outstanding records of leadership on conservation issues. For the second year in a row, Vogel was recognized at the "Legislative Heroes and Leaders" event for her commitment to conservation in the Commonwealth and her exemplary voting record.

During the most recent legislative session, a number of critical conservation issues were debated including green jobs, energy conservation, funding for renewable research, protecting land preservation credits, and clean air and clean water measures. Senator Vogel is known as a leader on these and other issues, including bipartisan redistricting which was also a legislative priority of the League.

Senator Vogel said, "I am proud to be a champion of conservation in my district and in the Commonwealth. I am also proud to work with the League to help make a difference on these issues in Richmond. Growing up in the Shenandoah Valley gives me a unique appreciation of our natural and historic resources and the importance of conservation to help maintain our way of life. I understand that commitment from legislators makes the difference between aspirational discussion and important conservation measures becoming a reality. I take that responsibility seriously."