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The document is an email from the EPA detailing the travel itinerary for Samantha Dravis, including flight information and confirmation for a trip from San Diego to Salt Lake City and then to Washington, D.C., scheduled for July 2017.
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The email from Myron Ebell to Ryan Jackson discusses talking points opposing the Paris Climate Treaty, emphasizing its perceived economic disadvantages for the U.S. and arguing for President Trump's commitment to withdraw from the agreement.
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The email correspondence between Ben Cannatti and Aurelia Skipwith discusses an invitation for Skipwith to attend the Ag America 2017 Iowa Fall National Conference, with Skipwith awaiting a departmental response from the U.S. Department of the Interior.
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The email correspondence involves Suzanne Swink from BP America coordinating with Gisella Ojeda-Dodds from the U.S. Department of the Interior to schedule meetings in January 2018 for Gulf of Mexico executives, including Mr. DeVito.
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The email from Sania Radcliffe of Portland General Electric invites EPA Associate Administrator Samantha Dravis to speak at their Board retreat on environmental policy topics relevant to the utility industry.
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The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying regulations that burden domestic energy production, in line with Executive Order 13783, emphasizing the Trump Administration's commitment to enhancing energy dominance while balancing economic growth and environmental protection.
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The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses the name change of a contact at the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) following her marriage, as part of the ongoing production related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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Members of the European Parliament congratulated President Trump on his election and urged him to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement and the carbon dioxide endangerment finding, citing concerns over their economic impacts.
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The Department of the Interior is organizing a meeting regarding the Active Network scheduled for August 8, 2017, from 10:00 to 10:30 AM at their Washington, DC office.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing an incoming congressional document request regarding Secretarial Order 3349, as indicated in a forwarded email from Patrick Wilkinson.
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The U.S. Department of the Interior's Leila Sepehri Getto sent multiple emails to Susan Forrester and Michael Flannigan sharing photos from a recent roundtable event.
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The U.S. Department of the Interior's Deputy Director of Scheduling, Leila Sepehri Getto, confirms the meeting details for Justin Furnace from Hilcorp with Secretary Zinke, providing instructions for arrival and check-in.
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The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Ross Eisenberg of the National Association of Manufacturers discusses scheduling a call to address questions related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email from Christopher Garrity at the USGS discusses the "North Slope first cut" and includes attachments related to this topic.
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The Department of the Interior issued Order No. 3349 to implement a review of agency actions in response to a 2017 Executive Order aimed at promoting energy independence and economic growth, focusing on balancing conservation with job creation and identifying regulations that hinder domestic energy resource development.
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The email exchange between EPA officials Ryan Jackson and Andrew Wheeler discusses a conversation with Senator Lindsey Graham regarding his support for Wheeler, while referencing the Deliberative Process Privilege in the context of ongoing litigation involving the Sierra Club and the EPA.
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Honeywell executives express gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for a meeting to discuss critical policy issues, emphasizing the importance of support for the SNAP rules and the Montreal Protocol Kigali amendment to foster American competitiveness in hydrofluorocarbon replacement technologies.
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The email correspondence between Scott Cameron of the Department of the Interior and Ryan McGinness discusses scheduling a conversation regarding invasive species, with Cameron being introduced as an expert on the topic.
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The email from Megan Berge of Baker Botts to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses a petition for reconsideration submitted by Oklahoma Cogeneration, LLC regarding the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule Update for the 2008 Ozone NAAQS, requesting clarity on the EPA's intention to act on the petition before the upcoming ozone season.
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The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying regulations that hinder domestic energy production, in line with Executive Order 13783, emphasizing the Trump Administration's commitment to energy dominance while balancing economic growth and environmental protection.
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Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, is coordinating a meeting with Mary Ellen Sprenkel from the Corps Network for the week of July 31, 2017.
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The Department of the Interior is organizing a meeting on September 7, 2017, with Mr. Don Baur from the Western Urban Water Coalition and Mr. Galen Schuler from Green Diamond to discuss Endangered Species Act issues.
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The email exchange between David Schwietert and Samantha Dravis discusses a request for an electronic copy of a letter sent by the EPA Administrator to Governor Brown.
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U.S. Senator Luther Strange's Chief of Staff, Kevin Turner, facilitates a connection between Ike Scott and Samantha Dravis, a policy advisor at the EPA, regarding matters related to Administrator Pruitt.
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The email exchange between Deidre Duncan and Aurelia Skipwith discusses a recent environmental law and policy event, with Skipwith requesting a list of participants from Duncan, who agrees to send it on Monday.
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The email exchange between Todd DeGhetto and an unnamed recipient discusses arranging a VIP tour of Washington, D.C. monuments and a potential office meeting with a government official during Todd's family's visit from September 9-15, 2017.
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The email from Downey Magallanes at the Department of the Interior discusses an upcoming update on the implementation of Executive Orders related to regulatory reform, reorganization, and energy issues, and requests preparation for potential questions from the Secretary.
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The email from David Schwietert of the Auto Alliance discusses the impact of government policy on auto sales and growth, referencing a Bloomberg article that highlights the rising costs of vehicles and their effect on the market, following a meeting with EPA officials.
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The email from Dain Hansen to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses their meeting regarding the priorities of Administrator Pruitt, includes a letter supporting the EPA's WaterSense program, and provides information about the IAPMO's role in plumbing standards and product testing.
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The email from Edward Hild of Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney to Samantha Dravis at the EPA expresses gratitude for a meeting regarding issues important to UGI Energy Services and indicates a desire for ongoing discussions.
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The email discusses Pennsylvania Governor Wolf's request for a severe and economic harm waiver, sent to Delta's Mimi Braniff and acknowledged by Samantha Dravis.
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The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management (BLM) received public comments from The Wilderness Society regarding the streamlining of BLM planning and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is preparing briefing papers for the Secretary's budget hearings, with a deadline for review and edits set for May 9, 2017.
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The email exchange between Scott Cameron of the Department of the Interior and Bill Whitacre of the Western Governors' Association discusses the change of venue for a mussels announcement and the development of a joint press release regarding the event.
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The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is coordinating with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to finalize a response plan for resource assessment in accordance with Secretarial Order No. 3352.
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The email from Leo Jardot to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a meeting request from Navistar CEO Troy Clarke to meet with Administrator Pruitt on July 26, 2017, to address low NOx emissions and provide an update on a school bus manufacturing facility in Tulsa.
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The email correspondence involves J. Scott Armstrong and Kesten Green proposing ideas for Red Team-Blue Team exercises to Samantha Dravis for Administrator Scott Pruitt's consideration at the EPA.
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Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior responds to Susan Forrester from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce regarding assistance with mail merge for name tags and table tents.
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The email from Melinda Kassen of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership invites a meeting with the Bureau of Reclamation to discuss the impact of various water management programs on habitat and flows in the Colorado River and the West, scheduled for March 3, 2017.
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The Department of the Interior is hosting a weekly political meeting every Monday from 10am to 11am in the Secretary's Conference Room, as communicated in an invitation email.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA instructs Shannon Kenny to proceed with staffing a new Sector Strategies effort as directed by the Administrator, emphasizing the need to pull a list of candidates for vacancies.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a follow-up meeting with Marc Goldman and Anne Korin regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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EPA official Trey Glenn is coordinating a trip to Washington, D.C. on June 20, 2017, and is seeking input on any necessary meetings or discussions during his visit.
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The email exchange between Derrick Hollie of Reaching America and Samantha Dravis discusses their alignment on energy policy under Secretary Pruitt, highlighting Reaching America's efforts to address energy poverty in the African American community through outreach and education initiatives.
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The email exchange involves Sara Glenn from Shell Oil Company inquiring about the scheduler for Secretary Zinke, with Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior confirming her role as the point of contact for scheduling discussions.
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The email correspondence involves the EPA and the Domestic Energy Producers Alliance (DEPA) discussing a brief meeting to review an aquifer exemption memo in California, with a request for a meeting before a DEPA representative's departure.
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The email from Ed McCabe to EPA officials raises concerns about the Ohio EPA's lack of duty to disclose environmental and financial information related to the "Nightmare on Irwin St." site, suggesting potential misrepresentation and calling for a review of the EPA's accountability to protect public safety and welfare.
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The Department of the Interior scheduled a meeting on September 15, 2017, to discuss Endangered Species Act issues with representatives from the Western Urban Water Coalition and Green Diamond.
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The document is a letter from conservation leaders to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, expressing support for collaboration between the USDA and EPA to enhance economic and environmental outcomes through sustainable forest management and wood utilization policies.
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The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying agency actions that potentially burden domestic energy production, particularly in oil, natural gas, coal, and nuclear sectors, in response to Executive Order 13783, emphasizing a shift towards streamlining regulations to enhance energy development under the Trump Administration.
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The email from Richard Croff to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the need to change the "point of obligation" in the Renewable Fuel Standard to protect jobs for independent refiners and address inequities in the current regulatory framework.
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The email from Christopher Tampio of the American Dental Association requests a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt and Dr. Joseph Crowley, the President Elect of the ADA, on May 26, 2017.
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Scott Cameron from the Department of the Interior is coordinating a brown bag lunch with California water lobbyists on Capitol Hill and scheduling a meeting for February 28 with the Association of California Water Agencies.
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The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responding to a congressional inquiry from Lesley Robinson regarding a list of Wilderness Study Areas (WSAs) in Montana, including their acreage and any congressional recommendations for action, while also providing historical context about the release of specific WSAs under the National Defense Authorization Act of 2015.
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The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating a meeting between Administrator Pruitt and members of the American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) on March 23, 2017, with flexibility on timing to accommodate the Administrator's schedule.
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The Edison Electric Institute submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the evaluation of existing regulations in line with Executive Orders aimed at regulatory reform and cost control.
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The email from Tracy Mehan of the American Water Works Association discusses upcoming panels at the ACE conference on June 13, focusing on infrastructure finance issues in the water sector, including funding strategies and public-private partnerships.
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The EPA is coordinating a meeting to discuss policy issues related to the ENERGY STAR and SNAP programs with appliance manufacturers ahead of their Annual Meeting scheduled for late April 2017.
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BP America, Inc. Chairman John C. Minge expressed strong opposition to moving the point of obligation under the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard to blenders, advocating instead for reform of the RFS and a reduction in blending requirements in a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt.
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The email correspondence involves Tony Petrucci from Angstrom Technologies requesting the attendance of a staff member from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's office at a scheduled meeting on December 12, 2017, to help resolve ongoing issues with the EPA team they have been working with.
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The email from Michael Williams of Kelley Drye & Warren LLP to Aurelia Skipwith discusses a meeting regarding the Atlantic menhaden fishery and the establishment of the 2018 total allowable catch quota, emphasizing Omega Protein's support for a science-based approach and ongoing collaboration with the Fish and Wildlife Service and stakeholders.
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The American Home Furnishings Alliance and other industry associations are urging the Trump Administration to improve or eliminate the EPA's Formaldehyde Emissions Standards for Composite Wood Products, citing concerns over supply chain disruptions, increased consumer prices, and potential job losses.
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The document discusses preparations by the Republican National Committee (RNC) and former Trump administration officials for the anticipated fallout from James Comey's testimony, with the White House directing media inquiries to outside counsel Marc Kasowitz's office.
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The document is a critique by Dr. Jill Lewandowski regarding the biased assumptions and inaccuracies in the effects analysis of the Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) conducted by an unspecified agency, highlighting that the exposure modeling significantly overestimates potential impacts on marine life.
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The document discusses the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) regarding exclusion zones and shutdown procedures for marine mammals during seismic operations, emphasizing the need for evidence-based exclusion zones and clarifying the lack of shutdown requirements for dolphins.
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The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is advised to revise Appendix L of the Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) to align with the Settlement Agreement, as the economic impacts of Alternatives B-G could jeopardize the viability of geological and geophysical (G&G) activities in the Gulf of Mexico.
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) partially granted a petition for rulemaking from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Association of Global Automakers to consider amendments to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) regulations, opting for a notice and comment approach rather than a direct final rule.
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The document discusses the Democratic Party's strategy for the 2018 elections, highlighting the challenges faced by moderate Democrats in Trump-friendly districts and the efforts of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi to promote a jobs package, while also noting John Sullivan's positive reception among State Department staff as he prepares to oversee restructuring efforts within the agency.
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The document critiques Appendix K of a government report for introducing unscientific concepts and metrics related to sound effects on marine life, particularly Bryde's whales, without adequate peer review or evidence, and calls for its elimination.
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The document discusses concerns raised by Dr. Jill Lewandowski regarding the impracticality of shutdown measures for marine mammals during seismic operations in the Gulf of Mexico, specifically requesting the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to clarify that such requirements are not included in the final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS).
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The IPC--Association Connecting Electronics Industries is urging EPA Administrator-Designee Scott Pruitt to address regulatory burdens on manufacturers to enhance competitiveness and encourage recycling of industrial byproducts.
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The document from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) discusses the impact of seismic surveys on marine life, concluding that such activities do not harm fish populations or commercial fisheries, and emphasizes the importance of coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard to prevent disruptions to fishing operations.
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The document critiques the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) for its inaccurate and overly conservative analysis of the impacts of seismic activities on marine mammals, arguing that it violates NEPA standards by relying on flawed assumptions and failing to consider the best available information.
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The document discusses the National Marine Fisheries Service's (NMFS) use of acoustic thresholds to assess potential harassment of marine animals under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), highlighting concerns about the accuracy of these thresholds and the implications for animal welfare.
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The document critiques the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) for its unclear acoustic analysis methods and failure to adequately justify the predicted impacts on marine mammals, particularly low-frequency (LF) and mid-frequency (MF) cetaceans.
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The document critiques the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) for failing to adequately evaluate the environmental impacts of geophysical surveys in the Gulf of Mexico, urging corrections before finalizing the statement to avoid significant inconsistencies with regulatory processes.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reviewing a petition from PCS Phosphate Company, Inc. for reconsideration of the final rule regarding phosphoric acid manufacturing and phosphate fertilizer production standards, as acknowledged in a letter from the Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards.
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The document is a petition from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Association of Global Automakers to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency, requesting a Direct Final Rule to address inconsistencies and inefficiencies between the Corporate Average Fuel Economy and greenhouse gas emissions regulations.
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Oklahoma Cogeneration, LLC petitions the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for reconsideration of the "Cross-State Air Pollution Rule Update for the 2008 Ozone NAAQS" to recalculate nitrous oxide allowance allocations for its power plant, citing reliance on unrepresentative data that leads to significant allowance shortfalls.
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Berkshire Hathaway Energy outlines its support for scientifically-based environmental regulations and emphasizes the importance of regulatory certainty in collaboration with the EPA, while advocating for respect for state authorities in environmental decision-making.
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The document critiques the Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for its inadequate Marine Mammal Effects Analysis related to seismic activities, arguing that it lacks scientific integrity, relies on inaccurate assumptions, and fails to consider necessary mitigation measures as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received a letter from UPS opposing Valero's petition to change the definition of obligated parties under the Renewable Fuels Standards, citing concerns that such a shift would hinder renewable fuel adoption and highlighting flaws in the current RFS program.
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The document discusses various media appearances and statements by President Trump's legal team and Senator Marco Rubio regarding the ongoing investigation by the special counsel, emphasizing that Trump is not under investigation and addressing concerns about potential firings related to the inquiry.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) responded to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the Florida Department of Transportation's project 2015-01094, addressing concerns about compliance with the Clean Water Act Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines and considering new information provided by the Florida Department of Transportation.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing materials related to the internal comments and action plans for revising the BLM Mitigation Manual and Handbook, including compensatory mitigation strategies and decision-making instruments.
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The document discusses objections from associations regarding proposed reductions in geological and geophysical exploration activities authorized by BOEM, arguing that these reductions lack legal basis and contradict existing mandates under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) and the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA).
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency denied a petition from the National Association of Home Builders regarding the reconsideration of renovator recertification requirements established in a February 2016 rule, citing untimeliness and procedural issues under the Administrative Procedure Act and the Toxic Substances Control Act.
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved a revision to Arizona's state implementation plan regarding the Cholla Power Plant's best available retrofit technology requirements and withdrew the corresponding federal implementation plan provisions.
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The EPA is urged to grant petitions to expand the regulatory definition of "obligated party" under the Renewable Fuel Standard to align the point of obligation with compliance, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on merchant refiners and preserve jobs in the industry.
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The document discusses President Trump's business interests in Dubai, including the opening of the Trump International Golf Club and the ongoing construction of a Trump-branded golf course, while also noting his reluctance to embark on his first foreign trip as president.
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The National Bureau of Economic Research working paper by Matthew J. Kotchen discusses the theoretical foundations of the social cost of carbon (SCC) and the complexities surrounding the use of global versus domestic SCC in regulatory impact analysis, emphasizing the challenges of achieving international consensus on SCC values.
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The document discusses the updated estimates of the social cost of carbon (SCC) by the Department of Economics at Yale University, presenting a revised DICE model that calculates the SCC at $31 per ton of CO2 for 2015, with projections of a 3% annual increase through 2050.
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The document discusses the challenges faced by Congressional Republicans in passing a health-care plan, highlighting a procedural hearing on risk-sharing pools as a minimal effort to show progress, while also mentioning Ivanka Trump's outreach to Planned Parenthood for potential dialogue on abortion issues.
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Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P. submitted a letter to EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy on November 16, 2016, opposing proposed changes to the point of obligation under the Renewable Fuel Standard, arguing that such changes would create market uncertainty and complicate regulatory enforcement.
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The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) discusses the long-term use of seismic air gun technology in U.S. waters, asserting that it has not adversely affected marine animal populations or commercial fishing, supported by extensive monitoring and research funding.
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The document critiques the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 2017 changes to the Risk Management Program (RMP) rule, arguing that the agency did not adequately justify the new regulatory requirements or demonstrate their effectiveness in improving chemical safety, despite receiving significant public opposition.
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The International Association of Geophysical Contractors and other industry associations submitted comments to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management regarding the Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for geological and geophysical activities on the Gulf of Mexico Outer Continental Shelf.
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The National Association of Home Builders submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the Section 610 review of the Lead-Based Paint Activities and the Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program rule amendments.
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The document is a critique by Dr. Jill Lewandowski regarding the Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) from the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), arguing that it inaccurately overestimates the impact of geological and geophysical (G&G) activities on marine mammals and proposes impractical mitigation measures that contradict established scientific findings.
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The document discusses the recruitment efforts by House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy and California Republican Party Chairman Jim Brulte to persuade San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer to run for governor, amidst a competitive field of Republican candidates.
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