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The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing scheduling and priorities for an upcoming conference call related to the Administrator's visit to Australia, with a focus on securing funding and vehicle arrangements.
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The email discusses the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's upcoming hearing on the nominations of Andrew Wheeler for deputy EPA administrator and Kathleen Hartnett White for the White House's Council on Environmental Quality, highlighting concerns from Democrats and environmental advocates regarding White's controversial statements and past positions on environmental issues.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Paul Balserak to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the follow-up on a meeting regarding the 2008 Sector Performance Report, which evaluates the environmental performance of various manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors in the U.S.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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Former EPA attorneys submitted a response to Administrator Scott Pruitt's October 16, 2017 directive regarding the settlement of lawsuits against the EPA, correcting perceived legal and factual errors in his statements.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Research Partnership to Secure Energy for America (RPSEA) is launching a study to accurately measure methane emissions from marginal oil and gas wells in the U.S. to challenge the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) previous assumptions used in its methane rule.
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ED_002061_00178348
Kenneth Wagner
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PBF Energy Inc. submitted comments to the EPA regarding the proposed denial of petitions to change the Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS) point of obligation, emphasizing their perspective as a merchant refiner and supporting the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers' position.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report for August 24, 2017, highlights issues such as unused brownfields cleanup funds due to confusion and lack of direction, a carbon cap proposal reflecting state compromises, and ongoing air pollution challenges in China.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence involves Rob Underwood from the Petroleum Marketers Association of America (PMAA) requesting a meeting with EPA's Samantha Dravis to discuss the 2015 Underground Storage Tank final rule and ongoing regulatory concerns.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a press release urging Congress to pass hurricane disaster relief funding, as highlighted in a WINK News segment featuring Governor Scott.
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ED_002061_00008284
Michael Abboud
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the preparation and legal review of a draft press release regarding ozone, with plans to issue a statement to stakeholders later that day.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00078456
Tate Bennett
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The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement highlighting Governor Rick Scott's announcement of record K-12 education investments, totaling over $21.4 billion in the 2018-19 budget, during a visit to Englewood Elementary School in Jacksonville.
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ED_002061_00007962
Michael Abboud
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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.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement detailing Governor Scott's ongoing response efforts to Hurricane Irma, including community tours and updates on power restoration efforts across the state.
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ED_002061_00011270
Michael Abboud
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The Agency for Health Care Administration announced Governor Rick Scott's proposed budget, "Securing Florida's Future," which allocates $28.7 billion to enhance patient protections and transparency in Florida's health care system.
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ED_002061_00008262
Michael Abboud
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Scott Cameron from the Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting with Jeanette Archetto for September 13 or 15, 2017, regarding their schedules.
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The Department of the Interior discusses the finalization and delivery of a 21-day memo related to Secretary's Order 3352, involving coordination among various officials including Vincent DeVito.
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting between Administrator Pruitt and Joe O'Rourke, CEO of Mosaic, for June 20, 2017.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The National Waste & Recycling Associations submitted a petition to the EPA on January 30, 2017, requesting reconsideration and a stay of the Landfill New Source Performance Standards and Emission Guidelines related to climate change regulations for municipal solid waste landfills.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott proposed $1 million in the next budget for security funding at Jewish schools in response to recent anti-Semitic threats, with the Florida Legislature set to discuss the proposal in January 2018.
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ED_002061_00009366
Michael Abboud
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The email discusses various issues facing the EPA, including the reorganization of the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, legal challenges to HFC regulations, a National Academy of Sciences panel on stormwater permits, climate change considerations for the Chesapeake Bay cleanup, and calls from former officials to reject budget cuts to core programs.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document outlines the schedule for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit to Nebraska on October 20, 2017, which includes media interviews, a briefing with state officials, and a roundtable discussion with the Common Sense Nebraska Coalition regarding opposition to the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule.
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ED_002061_00062802
Tate Bennett
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provided an update on September 4, 2017, regarding Hurricane Harvey response efforts, including the controlled ignition of peroxide trailers at the Arkema facility to mitigate risks, ongoing field response activities, and coordination with local officials and media.
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HQ2017008402 |
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The email from Kerry Kelly of Waste Management discusses follow-up correspondence regarding the Clean Air Act rules for municipal solid waste landfills, emphasizing concerns about the revised New Source Performance Standards and suggesting the EPA should align its regulations with President Trump's directives.
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HQ2017008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recent developments in climate policy, including Volkswagen's $200 million investment in zero-emission vehicles, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's launch of a "red team, blue team" approach to climate science, and congressional efforts to limit the use of the social cost of carbon in regulatory reviews.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that President Trump's administration expanded the Major Disaster Declaration for Florida to include individual assistance for 37 counties affected by Hurricane Irma, following a request from Governor Rick Scott.
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ED_002061_00011688
Michael Abboud
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The email discusses EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's plan to exempt coal-fired power plants from further carbon dioxide regulations under the Clean Air Act, utilizing a legal argument known as the "112 exclusion," while facing potential opposition from environmental groups and conservative factions seeking more aggressive deregulation.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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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.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses a legal victory for opponents of the Dakota Access pipeline, where a federal judge ruled that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers must redo its environmental review under the National Environmental Policy Act, while the pipeline continues to operate.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses states' interest in assuming authority for section 404 dredge-and-fill permits under the Clean Water Act, highlighting confusion over costs and eligibility, and mentions the ongoing challenges with the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding this transition.
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ED_002061_00076344
Tate Bennett
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The email exchange between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Ryan McGinness from the Nevada Washington Office discusses scheduling a follow-up call with Administrator Pruitt, considering the Governor's arrival time.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses updates on Energy Week from the EPA's Ryan Jackson, highlighting potential announcements from Interior Secretary Zinke in Montana, President Trump's push for liquefied natural gas sales to India, and Energy Secretary Rick Perry's comments on energy policy and tax reform.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is coordinating a response to a Mitigation/Climate Change policy compilation due by the end of the day on March 30, 2017, involving input from various departments.
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The EPA's ongoing legal battle over the Clean Power Plan continues as the agency proposes to repeal the regulation while the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit deliberates on the case's future.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document is a letter from conservation organizations to Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, expressing support for the funding and preservation of U.S. land management agencies in response to a request for public comments on government-wide reform initiated by an executive order.
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The email from Politico discusses upcoming House votes on immigration bills, including "Kate's Law" and legislation targeting sanctuary cities, while also highlighting a Washington Post article about President Obama's challenges in responding to Russia's election interference.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses Michael Dourson's potential nomination to lead the EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, highlighting his background in risk assessment and the expected opposition he may face from environmentalists.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The EPA issued a final rule approving revisions to the Connecticut, Idaho, and Kentucky State Implementation Plans (SIPs) regarding compliance with the 2010 sulfur dioxide and PM-2.5 National Ambient Air Quality Standards, effective September 7, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The USGS discusses potential funding mechanisms for procuring essential items related to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) and the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPRA), highlighting a possible $825K obligation for well sampling and analysis.
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The Department of the Interior's USGS finalized and approved a combined assessment plan for the North Slope, developed in collaboration with BLM and BOEM, as communicated in an email chain among agency officials.
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The email correspondence discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's announcement of a directive by Administrator Scott Pruitt aimed at ensuring independence, geographic diversity, and integrity in EPA science committees, with a focus on re-adding a recipient to the press release list.
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ED_002061_00031353
13 Tier
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued a report outlining recommendations to enhance resource management planning and streamline National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) processes in response to a Secretarial Memorandum and Order aimed at improving environmental review and permitting for infrastructure projects.
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2017 |
BLM201800355 |
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The email correspondence between Cloud Peak Energy and the EPA discusses the preparation for an upcoming event, including the sharing of bios, a proposed run of show, and regulatory policies affecting coal producers, with a focus on security protocols for the advance team.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence involves the Department of the Interior discussing the amendment process for H.R. 23, the Gaining Responsibility on Water Act of 2017, which is scheduled for a Rules Committee hearing on July 10, 2017.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee's approval of a bill to open a section of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) to oil and gas drilling, highlighting the political dynamics and environmental concerns surrounding the decision.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The American Water Works Association's Tracy Mehan discusses the importance of fully authorized appropriations for the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) and other key water funding initiatives in an op-ed shared with colleagues during Water Week.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA report discussing the potential development of a coal gasification plant by the Navajo Nation as a replacement for the soon-to-be-closed Navajo Generating Station, raising environmental and economic concerns.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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On August 29, 2017, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) hosted a meeting with Lesley Robinson, State Director for Congressman Gianforte, to discuss fire resource management and related budgetary needs concerning the Lodgepole Complex.
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BLM201800232 |
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The EPA is promoting a Records Management Training Workshop scheduled for June 20, 2017, focusing on improving agency compliance with government records management mandates and featuring key speakers from NARA and other federal agencies.
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HQ2017008402 |
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The Florida Governor's Press Office issued an update on September 9, 2017, regarding Hurricane Irma preparedness efforts led by Governor Rick Scott, who is coordinating with local officials and emergency management to ensure community readiness and resource availability.
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ED_002061_00011429
Michael Abboud
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The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on October 19, 2017, detailing their calls and events, including a security funding event at a Jewish community center and a national school lunch week event.
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ED_002061_00010315
Michael Abboud
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1 |
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The email from Edward Calabrese to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a newly published paper challenging the historical foundations and scientific validity of the linear nonthreshold (LNT) model used in cancer risk assessment, urging Jackson to share it with key personnel.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Dennis Treacy of the Smithfield Foundation to Ryan Jackson at the EPA expresses gratitude for a recent meeting and emphasizes the importance of stable state agencies and cooperative funding efforts for the Chesapeake Bay.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email exchange between Lois Rossi and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses the impact of Taiwan's Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) on pesticide use in California, with Rossi indicating her availability to discuss the topic further after returning from vacation.
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ED_002061_00041509
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The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will hold a press conference on October 19, 2017, to promote his proposal for $1 million in security funding for Jewish Day Schools as part of his 2018-2019 budget.
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ED_002061_00009692
Michael Abboud
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1 |
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The National Rural Water Association is urging the EPA to allocate $12.7 million in technical assistance funding for small and rural communities under the Safe Drinking Water Act, as outlined in a letter from Senators to the EPA Administrator.
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ED_002061_00108030
Sarah Greenwalt
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The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses the scheduling of a meeting between EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Wayne Nastri, head of the South Coast Air Quality Management District, to address air quality management issues and potential collaboration on clean vehicle technologies.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The Forest Service is finalizing edits to its Agency Reform Plan based on feedback from the USDA, with a deadline for input by close of business.
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2017 |
FSWO201706591 |
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Kathy Bishop from the Maryland Department of the Environment coordinated a 15-minute call between Ben Grumbles and Lee Forsgren from the EPA to discuss NACo proposed resolutions.
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ED_002061_00094294
Lee Forsgren
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Claire Barnett from the Healthy Schools Network recommends a $65 million allocation in the EPA FY 18 budget to improve school infrastructure and occupant health, highlighting the urgent need for attention to neglected facilities as children return to school.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and A.J. Ferate discusses scheduling meetings for Administrator Pruitt with Joe O'Rourke of Mosaic and the American Foundry Society in June 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an extension of one year for states to submit initial area designations related to the 2015 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone, as communicated by Administrator Scott Pruitt in a letter to governors.
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ED_002061_00078982
Tate Bennett
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The document is a request from the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works for presidential nominee Andrew R. Wheeler to complete a statement as part of his nomination process for the position of Deputy Administrator of the EPA.
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ED_002061_00152371
Christian Palich
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from September 13, 2017, highlights various environmental issues, including an investigation into Arkema's safety procedures post-explosion, concerns from the furniture industry regarding a potential solvent ban, and a court ruling requiring Exxon Mobil to disclose accounting details in a climate change probe.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Alexander Dominguez of the EPA discusses logistics and agenda details for a roundtable event on June 19, 2017, involving utility CEOs and other participants, coordinated with Administrator Pruitt.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Lee Forsgren of the EPA and Ben Grumbles of the Maryland Department of the Environment discusses scheduling a call to address proposed resolutions related to the National Association of Counties (NACo).
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00099165
Lee Forsgren
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The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement on September 19, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's visit to local law enforcement and emergency management officials to thank them for their efforts in response to Hurricane Irma, while also providing updates on power restoration and ongoing recovery efforts across the state.
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ED_002061_00011484
Michael Abboud
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9 |
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The Metropolitan Water Agencies urges Senators Boozman and Booker to oppose draft legislation that would create preferential borrowing terms for state revolving loan funds within the WIFIA program, arguing it is unnecessary and economically unsound.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00096834
Lee Forsgren
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The email exchange between Enesta Jones of the U.S. EPA and Peter Chawaga discusses the EPA's new tool designed to help communities access over $10 billion in water infrastructure financing, with Jones providing updates and responses to Chawaga's inquiries about the initiative.
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ED_002061_00027407
13 Tier
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality requested the EPA to stay the effective date of air quality designations for sulfur dioxide in four Texas counties, citing the state's consistent recommendation for unclassifiable designations due to lack of monitored data.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, communicated with multiple state governors regarding a Multi-State Fuel Waiver on August 30, 2017.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Environmental Council of the States (ECOS) released a document in June 2017 advocating for a "Cooperative Federalism 2.0" approach to enhance collaboration between state and federal environmental regulators to improve environmental management and reduce costs.
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ED_002061_00173224
Kenneth Wagner
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The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management rescinded Obama-era guidance on considering climate change and greenhouse gas emissions for energy project approvals, as reported in a daily update for Cabinet Affairs on October 26, 2017.
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2017 |
OS201700602 |
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The EPA's Weekly Round-Up for June 30, 2017, discusses Administrator Scott Pruitt's decision to rescind the "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule, emphasizing a shift towards prioritizing industry and agricultural interests over environmental regulations, which aligns with a key Trump campaign promise.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report on the potential development of a coal gasification plant by the Navajo Nation, which could replace the Navajo Generating Station, raising environmental and economic concerns.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The American Water Works Association's Executive Director, G. Tracy Mehan, III, discusses the impact of current political dynamics on water infrastructure financing and the significance of the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act being funded for the first time, amidst a contentious federal fiscal environment.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00094998
Lee Forsgren
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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.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Rick Curtsinger of Cloud Peak Energy discusses the preparation for an upcoming meeting with the EPA, providing bios and a one-pager on the company, while requesting information about the advance team for security purposes.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00065967
Tate Bennett
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2 |
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The Forest Service is finalizing edits to its Agency Reform Plan based on feedback from the USDA, with a deadline for input by the end of the day.
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2017 |
FSWO201706593 |
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The email from Joe Trauger of the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) discusses concerns regarding proposed legislative reforms to the ENERGY STAR program, emphasizing the need to maintain its effectiveness for HVACR equipment, following testimony by AHRI Chairman Chris Drew before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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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.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's email discusses the Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report, highlighting the Trump administration's controversial strategy of delaying numerous Obama-era regulations, which raises legal questions regarding the rulemaking process.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Florida Governor's Press Office announced updates on Hurricane Irma preparedness, detailing mandatory and voluntary evacuation orders, ongoing communication with emergency management officials, and the issuance of storm surge and hurricane watches for affected areas.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00011920
Michael Abboud
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10 |
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The Forest Service is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) or a concurrent request from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) regarding a reform plan, incorporating comments received earlier.
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2017 |
FSWO201706593 |
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The email discusses the challenges faced by Republicans in repealing and replacing Obamacare, highlighting Senator Ted Cruz's rising influence and proposed amendment that could undermine the Affordable Care Act, as reported in the POLITICO Playbook.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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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.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Frank Princiotta to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses his recently authored paper on climate change, urging its review and highlighting the urgent need for action to mitigate its impacts.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp and A.J. Ferate at the EPA discusses scheduling a brief meeting for Administrator Pruitt with Joe O'Rourke from Mosaic, indicating O'Rourke's availability and the interest of the Vinyl Institute in having a speaker at an upcoming event.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the Energy Department's grid study, requested by Secretary Rick Perry, which attributes the decline of coal-fired power plants primarily to the rise of cheap natural gas, while suggesting reforms from various agencies to enhance electricity market resilience without calling for specific legislative changes.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's June 21, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses proposed amendments to air quality regulations in California, including new source review procedures for toxic air contaminants and fee increases by local air quality management districts, with public hearings and comment deadlines outlined.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from July 28, 2017, highlights various environmental topics, including a proposed pesticide ban to protect bee health, funding for reducing diesel emissions in Germany, and bipartisan efforts to advance brownfields funding bills in Congress.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Jim Lakely of the Heartland Institute and EPA officials discusses the logistics for sending a formal invitation to Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at a benefit dinner in September or October.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the EPA's announcement to rescind the Obama-era Clean Power Plan, highlighting the political implications, the anticipated lengthy legal process, and concerns from state officials and environmental advocates regarding the lack of communication prior to the announcement.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA provided an update on Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit to Houston to assess the agency's response to Hurricane Harvey, including tours of Superfund sites and ongoing debris management efforts in collaboration with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement urging Congress to pass a disaster relief package for Florida's recovery from Hurricane Irma, specifically requesting support for the agriculture sector, including the citrus industry, and reforms to the National Flood Insurance Program.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00008106
Michael Abboud
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4 |
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The EPA is temporarily staying the enforcement of its methane emissions rule for new oil and gas wells following a federal court's decision to grant the agency additional time to appeal a previous ruling that deemed its stay unlawful.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Morning Media discusses the Trump administration's dismissive approach to media inquiries, highlighting the EPA's refusal to engage with a New York Times reporter's questions about potential conflicts of interest involving a top official.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email exchange between Scott Cameron of the Office of the Secretary of the Interior and Dave Ramey discusses the agenda for a March 23 meeting regarding multi-species habitat conservation plans, clarifying the appropriate attendees from the Fish and Wildlife Service.
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2017 |
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The email from the EPA discusses an upcoming training workshop on shared services and category management aimed at improving government efficiency, featuring key speakers from the General Services Administration and Grant Thornton, and highlighting the importance of these strategies in agency reform plans due to be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses the NPDES permitting process for wastewater discharges, detailing requirements for companies, how permitted discharge levels are determined, and monitoring protocols for compliance.
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ED_002061_00028178
13 Tier
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The EPA announced an $850,000 grant for Wyoming to address water pollution through various state projects, with support from U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, highlighting the importance of state management in environmental protection.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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