Union Local Transfers Funds to PAC Supporting Virginia Democrats

Plumbers & Steamfitters UA Local Union No. 110 transferred $3279.05 to the Plumbers & Steamfitters Local Union 110 Local PAC Fund on August 3, 2026. The local union represents plumbers, pipefitters, welders and HVAC technicians in Southeastern Virginia, the Peninsula and the Eastern Shore. The PAC has a documented history of directing contributions to Democratic candidates and committees across the state.

The PAC has provided funds to multiple Democratic recipients including Don Scott, Alex Askew, Shelly Simonds, Phil Hernandez, Karen Mallard and Cheryl Turpin. Additional recipients include Jennifer Carroll Foy, Missy Cotter Smasal, Mamie Locke and Nadarius Clark. The union itself has contributed over $78,000 in recent cycles primarily to Democratic Party of Virginia efforts and aligned candidates.

The PAC receives support from contractor partners such as Warwick Plumbing & Heating Corp and Hampton Roads Mechanical of Va. These employer contributions help sustain the PAC operations alongside union transfers. The local union maintains over 700 members and has operated since 1893 with its base in Norfolk.

This funding pattern shows the union backing officials who align with Democratic priorities on labor and economic issues. Conservatives have long criticized such stances for favoring expanded government intervention, higher business costs and resistance to tax relief measures. By channeling resources to the PAC and its chosen candidates, the union demonstrates ongoing commitment to those positions.

The August 3 donation fits within broader activity where the PAC made expenditures like $1,000 to Carnegie for Delegate and $500 to Friends of Alex Askew in prior periods. Similar support went to Friends of Don Scott and Jessica Anderson for Virginia House of Delegates. Republicans note that these recipients often advance policies increasing regulations and spending that burden Virginia taxpayers and employers.

Union leadership authorizes these transfers through figures like Joshua Boyd. The consistent direction of funds to one party raises questions about whether the organization endorses the full range of positions held by those candidates. Virginia voters focused on limited government and economic freedom view such support as contrary to their interests.

The PAC maintains a substantial cash balance exceeding $150,000 in recent reports, enabling continued activity. This financial capacity stems directly from union and contractor inflows. Ongoing donations like the one on August 3 reinforce the connection between the local union and Democratic electoral efforts in the commonwealth.