Press Communications and Environmental Concerns

This group includes emails discussing various press releases, environmental issues, and professional interactions related to the EPA and other agencies.

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The document from the Governor's Press Office outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lt. Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera, indicating that there were no scheduled events for the weekend of October 14-15, 2017. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
Governor Rick Scott's press office announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Florida Atlantic University and Technion-Israel Institute of Technology to enhance educational collaboration during his trade mission in Israel. 2017
ED_002061_00008069
Michael Abboud
2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests participation in an online survey aimed at understanding the media habits of federal government decision makers. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will tour JAXPORT on October 4, 2017, to observe supply ships departing for Puerto Rico. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The email from Jamie Conrad to Nancy Beck discusses a follow-up conversation regarding an article related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating ongoing communication between legal counsel and a government official. 2017
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1
The email exchange between Millan Hupp of the EPA and Detective Christopher Connolly expresses gratitude for a recent meeting and collaboration, highlighting the importance of their partnership. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
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 Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's proposal for nearly $200 million in funding to support families who adopt children from foster care, emphasizing the importance of post-adoption services for over 37,000 children. 2017
ED_002061_00009104
Michael Abboud
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that the Pensacola area added 2,700 new private-sector jobs over the past year, contributing to a statewide unemployment rate of 3.6 percent, the lowest in over a decade. 2017
ED_002061_00007685
Michael Abboud
1
The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses the rescheduling of a press statement regarding the "Sue and Settle" policy, including a quote from the Associated General Contractors of America to be used in the announcement. 2017
ED_002061_00076139
Tate Bennett
2
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Jeff Reamy from Phillips 66 discusses scheduling a meeting for mid-June involving Larry Ziemba, with Hupp expressing gratitude for Reamy's flexibility in arranging the meeting times. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email from Brittany Bolen at the EPA expresses interest in discussing regulatory reform ideas with Traci Kraus from Cummins, following a meeting where they talked about opportunities at the agency. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
2
The email from Sarah Greenwait of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expresses gratitude to Wanda and Earl Barrs for their participation in a NAFO meeting and discusses future collaboration on water-related issues and tree farming initiatives. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email exchange between Tate Bennett of the EPA and Greg Means discusses scheduling a lunch meeting, with Bennett expressing interest in setting it up while joking about past events. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott and the Florida Cabinet recognized Corporal Julio F. Torres as the 2017 Florida Highway Patrol Trooper of the Year for his heroic actions during a multi-vehicle accident rescue. 2017
ED_002061_00008937
Michael Abboud
3
The email exchange between William Stull of the EPA and Greg Maxwell expresses gratitude for a tour and assistance related to the EPA's Protective Service Detail. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Troy Lyons of the USDA discusses the receipt of fact sheets related to Georgia forestry from Wanda Barrs, expressing appreciation for the information provided. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The email from the EPA discusses a POLITICO newsletter summarizing the competitive landscape of the Alabama Senate primary, highlighting Rep. Mo Brooks' struggles against better-funded opponents like Sen. Luther Strange and former Chief Justice Roy Moore ahead of the upcoming election. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
Michael Abboud from the EPA informed reporter David Sivak that the EPA is not the lead agency on the requested NEPA highway projects and directed him to a link for further information. 2017
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13 Tier
1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA invites colleagues to participate in the 2017 Washington in the Information Age survey conducted by National Journal Research to assess the trustworthiness of social media as a source of news among DC insiders. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Stephanie Groen from Iowa discusses scheduling a meeting to address ongoing environmental issues, with Groen expressing gratitude for the EPA's assistance and indicating that further communication will be necessary. 2017
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Tate Bennett
5
The email from Jahan Wilcox at the EPA confirms the addition of Timothy Pearce from The Daily Caller News Foundation to the agency's press release distribution list following his media inquiry. 2017
ED_002061_00026320
13 Tier
1
CropLife America expresses concerns to the EPA regarding the use of epidemiological data in human risk assessments and shares documents related to their objections and a previous petition for guidance on this matter. 2017
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Nancy Beck
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's proposed budget, which includes $180 million in tax cuts and significant investments in education, transportation, and environmental protection. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email exchange involves the EPA coordinating a call to discuss press logistics for a visit related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with participants from various organizations planning the event details. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses various political news items, including Sean Spicer's media tour and potential job offers, as well as Anthony Scaramucci's financial disclosures related to his position as White House communications director, as reported by POLITICO. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email from Michael Abboud of the EPA requests removal from a press distribution list regarding a media advisory for Governor Rick Scott's announcement about the Herbert Hoover Dike repairs, following the Trump Administration's decision to accelerate those repairs. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA case, specifically referencing exclusive interviews with elected officials conducted by Morning Consult. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the implications of Doug Jones' historic Senate victory in Alabama for the White House and highlights Palestinian President Abbas's statement rejecting any U.S. role in the Middle East peace process, as reported in POLITICO Playbook. 2017 2
The email exchange between Millan Hupp from the EPA and Jamie Whitefield expresses gratitude for coordinating a successful event and requests contact information for Somerlyn Cothran. 2017 1
The email from Tate Bennett discusses a quote for the EPA's press statement regarding the administration's decision to end "Sue and Settle" practices, emphasizing the importance of allowing all affected parties to contribute to environmental discussions. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email exchange between Nancy Beck from the EPA and David Bernhardt discusses scheduling a call regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with Beck indicating her availability and expressing a desire to connect before her upcoming travel. 2017
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Tier 12 (interagency consult)
2
Rep. Yvette Herrell of New Mexico expresses concerns to the EPA regarding the Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) formula's negative impact on the crude oil industry and proposes adjustments for relief. 2017
ED_002061_00068267
Tate Bennett
1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses earned media related to the Clean Power Plan and its impact on the economy, highlighting various op-eds published in October 2017 that argue against the plan's perceived threats to states like Colorado. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence between Anna Hastert and Michael Abboud discusses adding Hastert to the Environmental Protection Agency's press release list. 2017
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13 Tier
1
The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses a media request from journalist Kerstin Ruskowski regarding an interview about Zero Waste initiatives in the U.S. and support for cities like San Francisco. 2017
ED_002061_00027095
13 Tier
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement on December 11, 2017, thanking 50 Florida Highway Patrol troopers for their service in Puerto Rico, where they conducted security operations following a request from the Puerto Rico Police Department. 2017
ED_002061_00008145
Michael Abboud
2
The email exchange between Michael Abboud and Malcolm Burnley discusses scheduling a follow-up call regarding a POLITICO interview request related to the EPA. 2017
ED_002061_00031451
13 Tier
2
The EPA assigned a "No Action Assurance" regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating no immediate regulatory action will be taken related to Tampa Electric. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The email from the EPA discusses a POLITICO newsletter highlighting the Montana special election, focusing on Rob Quist's campaign strategy with Bernie Sanders and the fundraising dynamics between the DNC and RNC. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email correspondence between Jon Toomey and Aaron Ringel of the EPA discusses coordination regarding a call related to glider trucks and mentions ongoing tensions within the agency concerning external pressures from the Sierra Club lawsuit. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that on Veterans Day, November 11, 2017, all Florida State Parks will offer free admission to honor military veterans, as stated by Governor Rick Scott and DEP Secretary Noah Valenstein. 2017
ED_002061_00009186
Michael Abboud
2
Scott J. Cameron from the Office of the Secretary of the Interior expresses interest in participating as a speaker and potentially offering an internship for the Dartmouth Washington, D.C. program in Spring 2017. 2017 2
The email exchange between James D. Moore from Andeavor and Kaitlyn Shimmin from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses rescheduling a meeting regarding RVP (Reid Vapor Pressure) to accommodate Troy Lyons' availability. 2017
ED_002061_00169363
Kaitlyn Shimmin
3
The email from the EPA discusses a POLITICO newsletter highlighting the significant fundraising efforts of well-funded House Democrats, which pose a threat to Republican incumbents in the upcoming 2018 midterm elections. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Robert Daguillard of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency responds to a query from Vice News reporter Alex Lubben regarding the announcement of new appointees to the Science Advisory Board and the potential barring of EPA grant recipients from serving on the board. 2017
ED_002061_00023303
13 Tier
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the induction of 20 veterans into the Florida Veterans' Hall of Fame, recognizing their significant contributions to the state following their military service. 2017
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Michael Abboud
4
The email from Troy Lyons discusses an inquiry from The Hill newspaper regarding potential conflicts of interest for William Wehrum, who is set to argue a case before the DC Circuit Court while being nominated for a position at the EPA. 2017
ED_002061_00151939
1 Tier
1
The email correspondence among EPA officials and ALEC's Chief Marketing Officer discusses planning and coordination regarding media presence at the upcoming ALEC meeting in Nashville. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Millan Hupp at the EPA discusses potential moderators for an interview related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between Millan Hupp, Director of Scheduling at the EPA, and Matt Sutter from the Nebraska State Patrol discusses their professional interactions and expresses appreciation for the protective detail team during a recent event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA official Ryan Jackson shares a POLITICO article discussing Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's efforts to expedite the clearance of public records requests, which State Department employees suspect is politically motivated to release former Secretary Hillary Clinton's emails. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Millan Hupp at the EPA expresses gratitude to Michael Kelsey of the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association for a productive meeting regarding the case Sierra Club v. EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email exchange between Enesta Jones of the EPA and Brian Sodoma discusses the attribution of a statement regarding the phaseout of R-22, with Jones agreeing to allow her name to be used as the EPA spokesperson. 2017
ED_002061_00029269
13 Tier
5
The document is an email from the EPA Press Office regarding a statement made by the EPA Head on energy issues, referencing the Sierra Club v. EPA court case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
Michael Abboud from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reached out to a candidate to schedule an interview for a traveling press secretary position. 2017
ED_002061_00011248
13 Tier
1
The email exchange between EPA officials Michael Abboud and Jahan Wilcox and Malcolm Burnley discusses scheduling a call to follow up on a POLITICO interview request. 2017
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13 Tier
3
The document discusses a luxury travel package offered by the New York Times, featuring a round-the-world trip on a private Boeing 757 for $135,000 per person, which could generate up to $6.7 million in revenue for the newspaper amidst financial pressures on news organizations. 2017 2
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the preferred media outlets for an upcoming event, expressing a desire to limit attendance to specific reporters while confirming attendance from certain credentialed outlets. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email from Tate Bennett of the EPA discusses connecting various stakeholders, including Annie Dwyer from the Competitive Enterprise Institute, to coordinate support and social media outreach related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Sally Kane discusses concerns about the unauthorized sharing of Beck's plenary slide deck with the trade press and the need for clarification on who received the slides. 2017
ED_002061_00039583
2
The email from William Wehrum to multiple recipients, including Michael Dourson, commends Dourson for his impressive performance regarding the QFR (Questions for the Record) process on October 5, 2017, within the context of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 2017
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1 Tier
5
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott's Securing Florida's Future budget allocates over $67 million to support the Florida National Guard, enhancing military readiness, armory maintenance, community programs, and educational support for Guardsmen and their families. 2017
ED_002061_00008601
Michael Abboud
2
The email from Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discusses the first 100 days of Donald Trump's presidency, highlighting key events and bipartisan legislation, and is part of the POLITICO Playbook, presented by JPMorgan Chase & Co. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a photo release on December 13, 2017, announcing Governor Rick Scott's celebration of Hanukkah with the Florida Cabinet, highlighting his wishes for the Jewish community and reflections on family and tradition. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will provide updates on Tropical Depression Sixteen on October 5, 2017, at two locations in Escambia and Bay Counties. 2017
ED_002061_00010436
Michael Abboud
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott toured the Herbert Hoover Dike at Lake Okeechobee, highlighting federal support from President Trump and a $50 million state investment for critical repairs. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement detailing Governor Rick Scott's visit to Highlands Elementary School, where he emphasized record K-12 education investments in the Securing Florida's Future budget, highlighting a $3.2 billion increase in funding since 2011 and various new programs aimed at enhancing education and safety for students. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email from Kanika Sago to Robert Daguillard and the City of Chicago's Press Office discusses a confidential PowerPoint presentation regarding goldfish in an outdoor pond, which was created for a Spanish class and includes a link to a Vimeo film of the presentation. 2017
ED_002061_00028763
13 Tier
2
The email from Jack Barrow to Albert Kelly discusses the urgency of prioritizing the e-RIN program ahead of a November deadline, clarifying misconceptions about the program's regulatory history and emphasizing the need for the EPA to move forward with implementation based on the finalized 2014 rule. 2017
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Albert Kelly
5
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will award Veterans Service Medals to Florida veterans at a ceremony on October 23, 2017, at the National Guard Armory in West Palm Beach. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The email correspondence between Toyota and the EPA discusses a press inquiry regarding an upcoming visit by Toyota, with plans to manage media responses after the visit concludes. 2017 14
The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration has imposed an immediate moratorium on admissions for the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills, LLC, due to regulatory oversight concerns. 2017
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Michael Abboud
8
The email from Katya Tsaioun discusses the distribution of the EBTC Board Newsletter #2 to various recipients, including members from different organizations and agencies. 2017
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1 Tier
1
The email correspondence involves multiple individuals discussing a proposal for the second session of the EBTC SOT (Scientific Oversight Team) meeting, with thanks expressed for contributions and efforts in preparing the proposal. 2017
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6
The email from Lynn L. Bergeson expresses gratitude for a meeting regarding a product related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating excitement about collaboration with the recipients from the EPA. 2017
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1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement clarifying Governor Scott's strong support for the federal Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and his inclusion of funding for it in his proposed budget. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA expresses gratitude to participants of a quarterly feedback session and encourages ongoing communication and assistance. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email exchange between Kevin Igli of Tyson Foods and Kenneth Wagner of the EPA discusses a recent meeting they had in Arkansas, with Igli expressing appreciation for the meeting and Wagner offering assistance in the future. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
1
The email from Diane Wood expresses gratitude to the board members of the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) for their contributions and support. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from Joe Pompeo at POLITICO discusses a Wall Street Journal article revealing that GOP operative Peter W. Smith sought to obtain emails from Hillary Clinton's private server, potentially implicating retired Lt. Gen. Mike Flynn in the effort, amidst ongoing investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 election. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
Alan Matheson from the Utah Department of Environmental Quality expresses his anticipation for a call with Doug Benevento, facilitated by Kenneth Wagner from the EPA, regarding personal matters. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
2
The email from Tate Bennett discusses a draft press release regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA lawsuit, indicating that a signing is scheduled for 9 AM. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott, during his trade mission in Israel, expressed support for the Trump Administration's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital and the planned relocation of the U.S. Embassy. 2017
ED_002061_00007622
Michael Abboud
1
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) shared a final press statement regarding the Worker Protection Standard (WPS) extension, along with a link to previous requests for the extension. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from the EPA discusses a POLITICO newsletter highlighting the competitive Georgia special election, focusing on voter turnout efforts by both parties ahead of the runoff between Democrat Jon Ossoff and Republican Karen Handel. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email correspondence involves the EPA's Office of Multimedia sharing a link to photos of a builders group with members of the National Association of Home Builders and other EPA officials. 2017
ED_002061_00177672
Kenneth Wagner
2
The email correspondence among EPA officials and associates discusses the public perception and media coverage of an upcoming event related to proposed EPA budget cuts, highlighting concerns about misinformation and the need for strategic communication. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott proposed $180 million in tax cuts for Florida families, including sales tax holidays and reductions in driver's license fees, as part of his 2018-2019 budget plan. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email from Trump Headquarters urges supporters to renew their Sustaining Membership by contributing before the end-of-quarter deadline, emphasizing President Trump's request for a list of renewals to combat media opposition. 2017
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Michael Abboud
4
The email exchange between Jerry Mullins from the National Mining Association and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses preparations for an event, including the need for signage and vehicles, and coordination for media outreach. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The document is an email from Nancy Beck at the Environmental Protection Agency forwarding a Continuous Publications Alert from Environmental Health Perspectives, summarizing recent research articles related to environmental health published between June 26-30, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00042914
4
The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Andrew Liu from Chemours discusses project management tools, with Beck expressing interest in exploring the resources Liu shared. 2017
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Nancy Beck
2
The email correspondence involves Adam J. White and EPA officials discussing the scheduling of a call and potential reporters to notify regarding an event related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
The email exchange between Dudley Hoskins and Elizabeth Tate Bennett discusses a recent meeting at the EPA, expressing gratitude for collaboration and indicating further follow-ups on various issues. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office provided an administrative schedule for Governor Scott and Lt. Governor Lopez-Cantera for October 10, 2017, detailing various meetings and locations throughout the day. 2017
ED_002061_00010090
Michael Abboud
2
The email from James Hewitt at the EPA discusses a Daily Caller article regarding environmental groups' silence on actions taken by the Trump administration against polluting companies, shared with colleagues Michael Abboud and Jahan Wilcox. 2017
ED_002061_00009071
13 Tier
1
The email correspondence involves the EPA regarding William Wehrum's nomination clearance, with a request for a short biography for an upcoming press release. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) is forwarding a press release on nutrient trading to the EPA, as requested by Ben Grumbles, while he is traveling abroad. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
2
The email from Millan Hupp to Quinn expresses gratitude for a meeting and provides contact information, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1