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
CPUC Releases Report on Wildfire Liability and Cost Recommendations
February 12, 2026
On January 30th, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) released a report, Senate Bill 254 Information and Recommendations,
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California Extends Streamlining Opportunities for Fast-Tracking Critical Fuels Reduction Projects
January 15, 2026
The deadline to apply for a regulatory suspension to exempt certain critical fuels reduction projects has been extended to allow projects more time to initiate fuels reduction projects during
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StopWaste is conducting a survey to learn about local government’s experience meeting annual organic material procurement requirements, as required by SB 1383
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Policy Platforms
These are the current adopted platforms the AENR committee is responsible for: