Washington, D.C. — In response to the passing of Representative Gerry Connolly, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and Virginia LCV issued the following statements:

“We are deeply saddened to lose such a steadfast leader and champion for our environment,” said LCV President Pete Maysmith. “Representative Connolly fought tirelessly on behalf of Virginians and to combat the climate crisis. His leadership co-founding and co-chairing the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) made a lasting difference in climate advocacy in the Capitol and helped us pass the biggest climate legislation in history, the Inflation Reduction Act. His committed public service will most certainly be missed.”

“Representative Connolly was a proud American and a stalwart champion for the voters of Northern Virginia,” said Virginia LCV Executive Director Mike Town. “He was also consistently outspoken in support for protecting our environment and addressing our climate crisis. Virginians are saddened today by his passing, and his legacy of service will be felt by Virginians for decades to come.”