Court Docket No.: 1:17-cv-01906

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The EPA's May 30, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses the draft 2017 Ambient Air Monitoring Network Plan from the San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District and a final rule from the South Coast Air Quality Management District regarding equipment not requiring a written permit. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
Environmental and public health groups have sued the EPA for failing to meet the October 1 deadline to designate areas of the U.S. in compliance with the 2015 ozone standard, prompting concerns over delayed pollution reduction plans for regions with significant smog issues. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA announced President Trump's nomination of Bill Wehrum to serve as Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation, receiving praise from environmental leaders for his extensive experience in air quality issues. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the extension of enforcement discretion for Puerto Rico Electric and Power Authority facilities affected by Hurricane Maria, providing relief from certain Clean Air Act requirements until January 31, 2018, to aid in restoring electricity in Puerto Rico. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA requested a delay in oral arguments regarding a Clean Air Act waiver that allows California to impose stricter emissions regulations, which the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals granted, requiring the EPA to provide updates on its review every 90 days. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA is involved in discussions regarding a stalled bill to expand E15 gasoline sales, with key concerns raised by Senator Tom Carper about RIN market transparency and potential ozone emissions, as various senators express differing support and opposition. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Texas to assess relief efforts and coordinate with local leaders in response to Hurricane Harvey, emphasizing the agency's commitment to support affected regions and manage fuel shortages through potential waivers. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's weekly report from July 14, 2017, highlights Administrator Scott Pruitt's Capitol Hill visits, discussions on climate policy criticisms, and the agency's grant of $167,000 to the Morongo Band of Mission Indians for environmentally friendly vehicle replacements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from the EPA Press Office summarizes activities from the week of July 14, 2017, highlighting Administrator Scott Pruitt's Capitol Hill visits, discussions on climate policy, and the agency's grant to the Morongo Band of Mission Indians for environmentally friendly vehicle replacements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The emails from Morning Consult to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discuss the Trump administration's decisions regarding Iran's nuclear compliance certification and the implementation of Russia sanctions, alongside references to the Sierra Club v. EPA legal case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from POLITICO reports that President Trump announced he will decertify Iran's compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal, impacting its future and imposing new sanctions on Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA informs that the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee has postponed a hearing on EPA and NRC nominees due to the observance of Rosh Hashanah. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the implications of President Trump's potential recertification of the Iran deal, emphasizing the need for strict adherence to its terms, including inspections of military sites. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from the Center for a New American Security invites EPA official Samantha Dravis to a discussion event on U.S.-Russian relations featuring former Secretary of Defense William J. Perry, focusing on strategic stability and emerging technologies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses Deputy Energy Secretary nominee Dan Brouillette's support for the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste project during a Senate hearing, emphasizing the importance of following the law and considering scientific safety assessments. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses ongoing efforts by GOP senators to advance a separate tax extenders bill that would revive expired tax provisions related to renewable energy and agriculture, which were not included in the major tax legislation currently moving through Congress. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the unsettled state of America's allies following President Trump's approach to international agreements, particularly the Paris Agreement on climate change, and mentions Trump's push to change Senate rules regarding the filibuster. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses progress at the U.N. climate gathering in Bonn regarding international emissions credit trading rules, the upcoming swearing-in of new commissioners at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and a federal appeals court case concerning visibility improvements at national parks. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's rescheduling of votes on several EPA nominees due to a conflict over the Renewable Fuel Standard, with a vote now set for October 25, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The document contains various news summaries, including a record drug seizure by the Coast Guard, Navy personnel issues, and climate change discussions, but does not focus on a specific agency action or decision. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA invites recipients to a CNAS event on December 4, 2017, featuring former Secretary of Defense William J. Perry discussing a report on U.S.-Russian strategic stability in light of emerging technologies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's July 12, 2017, EHS Federal Regulatory Alert discusses the FDA's withdrawal of approval for two animal drug applications at the request of Zoetis Inc. and a proposed DEA rule to remove naldemedine from Schedule II of the Controlled Substances Act following its FDA approval for treating opioid-induced constipation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from POLITICO reports on Defense Secretary James Mattis's warning of a "massive military response" to any North Korean threats against the U.S. or its allies, following North Korea's hydrogen bomb test, and mentions President Trump's comments on the situation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from POLITICO reports that the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee will vote on several EPA nominees, including William Wehrum, after a delay caused by a dispute over the Renewable Fuel Standard, with the vote scheduled for October 25, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA's Ryan Jackson discusses a House appropriations bill proposing to eliminate the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) and significantly reduce funding for the Department of Energy's energy efficiency and renewable programs while favoring nuclear and fossil energy initiatives. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Texas to assess relief efforts and coordinate with local leaders in response to Hurricane Harvey, emphasizing the agency's commitment to support affected regions and manage fuel shortages through potential waivers. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's EHS Federal Regulatory Alert from August 11, 2017, discusses two key regulatory updates: the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's receipt of an application for a 10-year incidental take permit for the endangered Morro shoulderband snail in California, and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service's announcement of an environmental assessment for a field test of a canine lymphoma vaccine across 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from POLITICO informs EPA official Ryan Jackson about the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's upcoming confirmation hearing on October 4 for several nominees to key positions at the EPA and NRC, including controversial picks William Wehrum and Michael Dourson. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses President Trump's nomination of David Jonas, a nuclear nonproliferation expert, as the Energy Department's general counsel, with a Senate hearing expected after the Memorial Day recess. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Anna Palmer, Jake Sherman, and Daniel Lippman discusses President Trump's public criticism of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and its potential negative impact on the legislative agenda, particularly concerning tax reform and government funding, as communicated to Ryan Jackson at the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email discusses the confirmation hearing of FERC nominees Kevin McIntyre and Rich Glick, who affirmed states' authority to establish renewable portfolio standards, while also highlighting ongoing legal challenges to state energy programs in New York and Illinois. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Politico discusses the political climate within the Republican Party, highlighting President Trump's conflicts with GOP members and the implications of his leadership style, while also referencing a recent terror attack in Barcelona. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee has postponed votes on various nominations for positions at the EPA, NRC, and FHWA, including Bill Wehrum's nomination to lead the EPA's air office, due to concerns from committee members. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin's efforts to lobby congressional leaders for a "clean" debt ceiling increase by September 29, 2017, amidst challenges in securing bipartisan support. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
Senator Dean Heller has placed a hold on the nomination of Dan Brouillette for the deputy Energy Secretary position due to Brouillette's support for the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository, signaling opposition to related legislation and funding. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the expectation among GOP senators, particularly from the Senate Finance Committee, regarding the upcoming legislation to extend expired tax provisions related to renewable energy and agriculture, which will be pursued separately from the major tax bill currently advancing in Congress. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Texas to assess relief efforts and coordinate with local leaders in response to Hurricane Harvey, emphasizing the agency's commitment to support recovery and address fuel shortages through potential waivers of certain requirements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email discusses Environment and Public Works Chairman John Barrasso's intention to reschedule a vote on several nominees for the EPA and other agencies, which was postponed due to a request for additional information from a committee member. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Texas to assess relief efforts and coordinate with local leaders in response to Hurricane Harvey, emphasizing the agency's commitment to support affected regions and manage emergency operations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the American Enterprise Institute's analysis on the shifting conservative attitudes towards Silicon Valley and the implications for the free market, alongside commentary on immigration policy and its economic impact. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA informs about a Senate Environment and Public Works Committee hearing scheduled for September 20, 2017, to consider nominations for four EPA positions and one Nuclear Regulatory Commission nominee. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from POLITICO to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the unexpected plea deal of former national security adviser Michael Flynn in relation to the Mueller investigation, highlighting its implications for the Trump White House. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced plans to issue a directive limiting the roles of scientists who have received research grants from the agency on its advisory boards, citing concerns over their independence and objectivity. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced plans to issue a directive limiting the participation of scientists who have received agency research grants on its advisory boards to enhance the independence and transparency of scientific advice. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the Trump administration's proposed budget cuts to federal employees' retirement programs and the Republican narrative that federal workers are overcompensated, highlighting the implications for federal workforce morale and compensation policies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the U.S. government's refusal to sign a G-7 environment statement on climate change commitments, highlighting the country's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and its focus on domestic priorities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from POLITICO reports that Democrat Phil Murphy has won the New Jersey governor's race, defeating Republican Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno, as confirmed by major news networks based on exit polling. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email reports that EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt has appointed Alexandra Dunn, the executive director of the Environmental Council of States, to lead EPA's Region 1, which includes six New England states. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The House Appropriations Committee's spending bill proposes a $528 million cut to the EPA's budget for fiscal 2018, reducing it to $7.5 billion, while maintaining funding for state revolving funds and increasing support for water infrastructure projects, despite opposition from states facing budget constraints. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA has published its proposed biofuel volume mandate for 2018 under the Renewable Fuel Standard. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Stratton Edwards discusses whether the EPA Administrator will address the San Jacinto Waste Pits during an upcoming hearing before the Energy and Commerce Committee. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is preparing to relax fuel standards and issue waivers in response to Hurricane Irma while securing toxic waste sites along the East Coast. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt is scheduled to testify before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on January 31, 2018, marking his first appearance before the panel since his confirmation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the Senate's confirmation of William Wehrum as the Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation, with Administrator Scott Pruitt expressing support for his appointment. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from the EPA Press Office discusses an article in Time Magazine featuring Scott Pruitt's statement on his commitment to prosecuting polluters, amidst criticism of his schedule, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA lawsuit. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from POLITICO informs Ryan Jackson of the EPA about President Trump's upcoming visit to Texas in response to Hurricane Harvey, highlighting coordination with state and local officials. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Pittsburgh Steelers' decision to remain in the locker room during the National Anthem as a response to President Trump's comments about the NFL. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's upcoming confirmation hearing on November 8, 2017, for Kathleen Hartnett White's nomination to lead the White House Council on Environmental Quality and Andrew Wheeler's nomination as EPA deputy administrator. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt will not reimburse the $58,000 cost of private flights taken for official travel, as the agency claims the flights were necessary and received prior ethics approvals. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA case and mentions that the White House believes Moore should step aside if the allegations against him are true. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The D.C. Circuit Court ruled against the EPA's use of a waiver to reduce conventional ethanol volumes for 2014-2016, affirming that insufficient demand does not equate to insufficient supply, which is a significant victory for ethanol producers. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reported the largest dead zone ever recorded in the Gulf of Mexico, measuring 8,776 square miles, primarily caused by nutrient pollution from the Mississippi River, despite ongoing efforts to reduce it. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the availability of POLITICO Pro's Legislative Compass, a tool for tracking federal and state legislation, and references the Sierra Club v. EPA legal case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, issued a directive on October 31, 2017, to ensure the independence and geographic diversity of members on its Federal Advisory Committees by prohibiting individuals receiving EPA grants from serving on these committees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
Rep. Lamar Smith announced he will not seek reelection to the House in 2018, as reported in a POLITICO email sent to Ryan Jackson at the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA announced that the U.S. will withdraw from the Paris Agreement while participating in G7 discussions on climate change, emphasizing a new approach aligned with the Trump Administration's priorities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses a briefing on a meeting between President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron, highlighting their discussions on trade, international security, and climate change, as well as Trump's positive remarks about the U.S.-France relationship. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The EPA Press Office announced that Administrator Pruitt is conducting a State Action Tour in Iowa and Kentucky, highlighting the agency's initiatives in those states. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the postponement of a House Oversight hearing originally scheduled for Wednesday, following Chairman Jason Chaffetz's conversation with former FBI Director James Comey, who wishes to consult with Special Counsel before testifying. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA's scientific integrity panel concluded that Administrator Scott Pruitt's comments on carbon dioxide not being the primary driver of climate change did not violate the agency's scientific integrity policy, despite a complaint from the Sierra Club. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA informs about former FBI Director James Comey's upcoming testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee regarding Russian interference in the U.S. election. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses Syria's announcement to ratify the Paris climate agreement during the COP23 climate summit, highlighting that this leaves the U.S. as the only country not participating in the accord. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced plans for a televised "red team" review of climate change science to foster public discussion, while suggesting potential legal challenges to the 2009 endangerment finding that recognizes climate change as a threat. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses President Trump's dissatisfaction with Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price's use of private jets, indicating potential consequences for Price's actions, as reported by POLITICO. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Senate Republicans' passage of a budget measure that paves the way for a tax overhaul, highlighting a significant legislative victory for the GOP. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson of the EPA Press Office discusses an editorial from the Montana Standard praising the new Region 8 Administrator's promising start, dated November 5, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from POLITICO informs Ryan Jackson at the EPA about the Supreme Court's ruling that the government cannot refuse to register trademarks deemed offensive, which could impact legal challenges to other controversial trademarks. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from the EPA discusses a POLITICO newsletter highlighting the competitive Alabama Senate primary race, focusing on attacks by Sen. Luther Strange against Rep. Mo Brooks, as well as Brooks' defense of a controversial campaign ad related to the Scalise shooting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from the EPA's Approval Queue confirms the approval of a trip request from Washington to Denver by Ryan Jackson on July 31, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses how membership in federal unions, particularly the American Federation of Government Employees, is increasing in response to President Trump's and congressional Republicans' efforts to weaken these unions and cut federal employee benefits, as reported by The Washington Post. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email discusses campaign fundraising and strategies for the Virginia gubernatorial race and the Georgia special election, highlighting Democratic candidates' responses to President Trump's influence, as reported by POLITICO's Morning Score. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Supreme Court's decision to rule on cellphone location privacy, specifically whether a warrant is required for authorities to access tracking data from mobile-phone companies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses the responses from President Trump's nominees for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Departments of Energy and Interior to questions from the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, with a scheduled vote on their nominations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from the EPA discusses Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chairwoman Lisa Murkowski's push for action on a bipartisan energy bill during the current work period, emphasizing the need for Democratic cooperation to avoid procedural delays. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA has approved a cleanup plan for the San Jacinto Waste Pits, a decision praised by local officials and environmental advocates for addressing health hazards following dioxin exposure. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA is preparing for Hurricane Irma by securing toxic waste sites and easing gasoline standards to ensure fuel supply, as stated by EPA Chief Scott Pruitt in a Reuters interview. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its commitment to significantly reduce the backlog of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests from prior years, aiming to respond to over 70% of the 652 open requests by the end of 2017 while continuing to process new requests. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA task force, chaired by Albert Kelly, has released 42 recommendations to streamline the Superfund program, including prioritizing high-risk sites and expediting remediation efforts, as part of Administrator Scott Pruitt's initiative to improve the long-criticized clean-up process. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from the Center for American Progress discusses concerns that President Trump may provoke a government shutdown to distract from negative public reaction to his tax bill, while also addressing the implications of ending the DACA program. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses the departure of Special Counsel Carolyn Lerner from the Office of Special Counsel (OSC) and President Trump's nomination of Henry Kerner to replace her, highlighting the OSC's role in protecting whistleblowers, particularly in relation to a controversial case involving the treatment of soldiers' remains at the Dover Air Force Base mortuary. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA reports that the Senate Intelligence Committee has issued two new subpoenas to Michael Flynn for documents regarding his contacts with Russian officials, following his invocation of the Fifth Amendment in response to a previous subpoena. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses William Wehrum's testimony at a Senate hearing regarding his nomination to lead the EPA's air office, where he stated that the human role in climate change is an "open question," prompting criticism from Senator Jeff Merkley. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from POLITICO reports that NSA Director Mike Rogers and Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats stated they did not feel pressured to interfere with the FBI's Russia investigation during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the American Enterprise Institute's perspective on Social Security reform and corporate tax cuts, emphasizing the need for permanent tax reductions rather than temporary measures. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The D.C. Circuit Court ruled against the EPA's use of a waiver to reduce conventional ethanol volumes for 2014-2016, stating that fears of inadequate demand do not justify the waiver, thereby affirming the agency's authority to set biofuel requirements despite missing statutory deadlines. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA legal case, specifically referencing the case number 1:17-cv-01906. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is prioritizing the assessment and security of approximately 80 Superfund sites in the path of Hurricane Irma, with Administrator Pruitt emphasizing the need for adequate personnel and resources in response to the storm's impact. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA case, specifically referencing a legal matter identified as 1:17-cv-01906. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from the American Enterprise Institute to Ryan Jackson at the EPA provides instructions for ensuring continued receipt of AEI newsletters amidst changes to their email system. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from the American Enterprise Institute discusses Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's shift towards a more engaged foreign policy and its implications for Japan and its relations with the United States, addressed to Ryan Jackson at the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2