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Webinars

Join our Director of Government Affairs each month for our ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights webinars. Each session provides the newest information on current and ongoing activities in local, state, and federal environmental public health policy.

Upcoming Webinars

February 2026 ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights

Dr. Debra Houry, chief medical officer at the CDC and former director of the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, joins ßÏÀÖ԰’s ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights podcast to discuss the evolving landscape of injury and violence prevention, the importance of strong environmental public health systems and how professionals across the field can advocate for policies that protect community health.

Dr. Houry shares practical insights on cross-agency collaboration, data-driven decision-making and the role environmental health professionals play in prevention efforts - from safe housing and transportation to emergency preparedness and community resilience.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Your voice matters.

To make a difference and take action to advocate for public policy, head here: /legislative-actions

January 2026 ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights

Tim Leshan and Beeta Rasouli of the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health join the show to discuss the Department of Education's recent efforts to redefine what constitutes a professional degree and to provide an overview of the current landscape for the environmental public health academic community.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Your voice matters.

To make a difference and take action to advocate for public policy, head here: /legislative-actions

December 2025 ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights

Susan Kaplan shares her perspective on key environmental health challenges shaping communities today and the role advocacy plays in driving meaningful policy change. She discusses the importance of professional engagement, workforce development and staying informed as the field continues to evolve.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Your voice matters.

To make a difference and take action to advocate for public policy, head here: /legislative-actions

November ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights

ßÏÀÖÔ° President Larry Ramdin reflects on his path from Trinidad’s mosquito control program to leading environmental health efforts in Massachusetts and Watertown. Through his story, he highlights the evolving demands on the workforce and how ßÏÀÖÔ° is supporting the next generation of environmental health professionals.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Your voice matters.

To make a difference and take action to advocate for public policy, head here: /legislative-actions

October ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights

In this month's edition, we sit down with Dr. Robert W. Powitz - a proud sanitarian, educator and leader whose career has shaped generations of environmental health professionals. A Diplomate Laureate of the American Academy of Sanitarians, Dr. Powitz shares his wisdom on what it means to serve, protect and advance public health in this insightful interview. Hear his reflections on the milestones that have defined his career, the mentors who shaped his path and the innovations that will guide environmental health into the next century.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Your voice matters.

To make a difference and take action to advocate for public policy, head here: /legislative-actions

August ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights

In this episode of ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights, ßÏÀÖ԰’s Director of Government Affairs, Doug Farquhar, sits down with Harold Chase of NSF International to unpack the complexities of the federal appropriations process and what it means for environmental public health funding.

They discuss:

  • The impact of the tragedy at the CDC and the politicization of public health.
  • How appropriations shape funding for the CDC, FDA’s Human Foods Program, and other key agencies.
  • The high-stakes countdown to avoid a government shutdown.
  • The role environmental public health professionals can play in engaging lawmakers during this critical time.

This candid conversation highlights why appropriations matter, how congressional negotiations unfold, and what environmental health leaders need to know to protect vital programs.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Your voice matters.

To make a difference and take action to advocate for public policy, head here: /legislative-actions

July ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights

In this July edition of ßÏÀÖÔ° Insights, ßÏÀÖÔ°'s Doug Farquhar was joined by three environmental health leaders — Chris Sparks (Houston Health Department), Amanda Bloom (California Conference of Directors of Environmental Health) and Justin Dwyer (Peoria City/County Health Department) — to reflect on the latest legislative sessions in Texas, California and Illinois. Their insightful discussion explored the political climates in each state, growing challenges surrounding "food freedom," the urgent need for climate and disaster readiness, and the importance of workforce development to meet the rising demands for environmental health nationwide. Tune in to hear firsthand how local professionals are navigating legislative change and advocating for stronger support and funding in the field.

Legislative Summaries

These summaries are written by Government Affairs Director Doug Farquhar.

2025

2024

2023

2022

  • State Climate Change Enacted Legislation | PDF
  • State Drinking Water Enacted Legislation | PDF
  • State Enacted Legislation: Food Safety Legislation | PDF

2021

2020