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
Buddy Mendes
Vice Chair
Fresno County
Tod Kimmelshue
Vice Chair
Butte County
CSAC Staff
Catherine Freeman
Senior Legislative Advocate, Agriculture, Environment & Natural Resources
Jordan Wells
Legislative Advocate, Agriculture, Environment & Natural Resources
Amber Rossow
Legislative Analyst, Agriculture, Environment & Natural Resources
Areas of Responsibility
The committee has specific oversight over the following areas:
Relevant News and Resources
On March 1, 2025, Governor Newsom issued a Proclamation Of A State Of Emergency addressing wildfire risks
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Expanded Polystyrene Food Service Ware Sales and Distribution Prohibition Effective Immediately
April 10, 2025
The California Department of Resources and Recycling (CalRecycle) announced on April 4, 2025, that food
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Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act Regulations Delayed
March 20, 2025
In a move that has shocked local governments and lawmakers alike, the Newsom Administration abruptly
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Policy Platforms
These are the current adopted platforms the AENR committee is responsible for: