Agriculture, Environment & Natural Resources
Policy Issues
The Agriculture, Environment, and Natural Resources (AENR) Policy Committee is responsible for overseeing state and federal policies related to California’s agricultural, environmental, and natural resources. The committee ensures the effective management and protection of these resources.
Policy Committee Leadership
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Jessica Pyska
Chair
Lake County
Doug Verboon
Vice Chair
Kings County
Tod Kimmelshue
Vice Chair
Butte County
CSAC Staff
Jordan Wells
Legislative Advocate
Charles Delgado
Legislative Advocate
Caitlin Loventhal
Legislative Analyst
Areas of Responsibility
The committee has specific oversight over the following areas:
Relevant News and Resources
Golden Mussels Are Here to Stay. How Are Counties Responding?
September 17, 2026
Golden mussels were first detected in the Port of Stockton in October 2024, and the
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CSAC Opposes Federal Preemption of Packaging Labeling Standards
September 17, 2026
Following recent action in the House Energy and Commerce Committee, CSAC, along with a coalition
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Counties Urge State Action Ahead of Potentially Severe Winter
September 10, 2026
With forecasts pointing to an unusually wet winter, CSAC and local government partners are urging
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Policy Platforms
These are the current adopted platforms the AENR committee is responsible for: