America’s Electric Cooperatives PAC
Making Your Voice Heard on Capitol Hill & the Ohio Statehouse
State and federal government officials make policy decisions that affect your local cooperative and your way of life. America’s Electric Cooperatives PAC provides a way for cooperative members and employees to ensure the needs of their co-op communities are considered when policy decisions are being made.
America’s Electric Cooperatives PAC is the federal political action committee (PAC) of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) and is backed by nearly 36,000 eligible employees, directors and members across the country. It is a grassroots movement powered by thousands of contributors.
Key Priorities of America’s Electric Cooperatives PAC
America’s Electric Cooperatives PAC is committed to supporting elected officials who will:
Keep co-op member energy bills affordable to improve their quality of life.
Help cooperatives ensure reliable energy service.
Assist members’ efforts to use energy more efficiently.
Make renewable energy more affordable for cooperative members.
Help rebuild electric cooperatives after a storm.
Protect our nation’s economy and jobs when making energy laws.
Additional Information
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Contributions to the NRECA America’s Electric Cooperatives PAC are not tax deductible for federal income tax purposes. Contributions to America’s Electric Cooperatives PAC are voluntary and will be used for political purposes. You have the right to refuse to contribute without reprisal. Federal law prohibits contributions from foreign nationals who lack permanent resident status. Any contribution guidelines presented are merely suggestions. You are free to contribute more or less than the suggested amounts, or not at all. NRECA will not favor or disadvantage anyone by reason of the amount contributed or a decision not to contribute.
For more information on the PAC, please contact your local cooperative or NRECA PAC team at (703) 907-5799 or by email. *Federal law requires us to use our best efforts to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and name of employer of individuals whose contributions exceed $200.
Co-ops Vote
The ‘Co-ops Vote’ initiative is a non-partisan effort developed by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). This initiative does not endorse candidates for election. Instead, its aim is to highlight and address the unique challenges faced by rural communities, using the political process to advance their cause. Its key objectives include:
Leveraging the spotlight from the 2016 elections and keeping the focus on rural America.
Ensuring the voices of small towns and rural communities are heard and their issues remain at the forefront of policy decisions.
Actively participating in national and local elections, influencing the choice of officials who live and work in the communities.
Uniting with the 42 million members of electric cooperatives across the country to collectively advocate for rural issues.
Reminding elected officials of the significance and impact of rural issues in the wider context.
Building on the momentum from 2016 elections to ensure consistent, active participation in future electoral processes.
Boosting voter turnout in areas served by cooperatives across the country.
Facilitating voter registration and providing online links to general voting information.
Encouraging all registered voters to go to the polls on election day.
Educating members about the key national issues facing electric co-ops and introducing those topics into political and public discussions.
What Kinds of Issues Affect You?
National issues affect electric co-op members everywhere, regardless of address, profession, or political party affiliation. Still, these subjects only become priorities if enough electric cooperative voters show their elected officials that they are paying attention. Registering to vote and then actually casting your ballot are the most effective ways to send this message to your legislators.
These issues look like:
Affordable and reliable energy
Renewable energy
Low-income energy assistance
Rural broadband access
Hiring and honoring veterans
Cyber security
Water regulation
Rural health care access
Register to Vote & Cast Your Ballot
Whether you are already a registered voter or still need to register, South Central Power encourages all members to visit Co-ops Vote.
Here you can:
Learn about the voter registration process
Link directly to voter registration forms
Gain information regarding election deadlines, dates, and voting locations.
Learn about the candidates and get background information on the key issues mentioned above.
South Central Power is proud to have achieved the 5-Star Co-op designation for our engagement in the Co-ops Vote program.
Voices for Cooperative Power (VCP)
America’s energy system is going through a fundamental transformation – and much of the focus in Washington is on large utilities in urban areas. Electric co-ops, like South Central Power, are fundamentally different.
Voices for Cooperative Power, or VCP, is an initiative with key objectives that include:
Communicating the unique experiences and energy use of VCP members to policy makers.
Providing a platform for members of South Central Power to discuss the ways their electric co-op supports their community.
Providing a platform for members of South Central Power to discuss the ways their electric co-op supports their community.
Encouraging more individuals to learn about and join the VCP initiative.
Protecting the ability of co-ops to deliver affordable, reliable services to communities by actively participating in policy discussions.