Virginia Attorney General Joins Multistate Lawsuit to Restore $156M in Solar Grants

The lawsuit urges President Trump to reinstate the EPA's Solar for All program funding that was suspended.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones has joined a multistate lawsuit demanding that the Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reinstate billions of dollars in Solar for All grants, including $156 million in funding for Virginia. The state had already invested over $730,000 in taxpayer dollars to plan and execute the program before the Trump administration suspended it.

Why it matters

Investing in clean energy programs like Solar for All is essential for lowering energy costs and protecting communities from the worsening effects of climate change. The lawsuit argues that the Trump administration's cancellation of these funds will drive up costs and jeopardize access to clean air, land, and water for Virginians.

The details

The multistate lawsuit was filed in the Court of Federal Claims, demanding that the EPA reinstate the Solar for All grants that were suspended by the Trump administration. Virginia's state agency, Virginia Energy, had already invested over $730,000 in taxpayer funds to plan and execute the program before it was canceled.

  • On February 24, 2026, Attorney General Jay Jones joined the multistate lawsuit.
  • The Trump administration had previously suspended the EPA's Solar for All program before Virginia was awarded the multi-million-dollar federal grants.

The players

Jay Jones

The Attorney General of Virginia who joined the multistate lawsuit to reinstate the $156 million in solar grants for the state.

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States whose administration suspended the EPA's Solar for All program, leading to the multistate lawsuit.

Virginia Energy

The state agency responsible for implementing the Solar for All grant program in Virginia, which had already invested over $730,000 in taxpayer funds before the program was suspended.

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What they’re saying

“Investing in clean energy programs is essential to lowering energy costs and protecting our communities from the worsening effects of climate change. The Trump Administration's illegal cancellation of these funds will only further drive-up costs and jeopardize programs that will ensure Virginians have access to clean air, land and water.”

— Jay Jones, Attorney General of Virginia (wric.com)

What’s next

The lawsuit filed in the Court of Federal Claims will determine whether the Trump administration's suspension of the Solar for All program funding will be reinstated.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing legal battles between state governments and the federal administration over environmental policies and funding, as states seek to protect their investments in clean energy programs that can benefit their communities.