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The document is a review prepared by GEI Consultants, Inc. on behalf of the National Mining Association, providing comments on the EPA's 2016 Draft Selenium Criteria Implementation Guidance Documents related to water quality standards.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00106879
2 Tier
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The Coast Guard Office of Congressional Affairs organized a visit from congressional staff to District 8, focusing on the impact of maritime security on national and economic security, as part of the Cooperative Strategy for 21st Century Seapower.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00133508
Troy Lyons
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12 |
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The document outlines the schedule and details of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit to Cloud Peak Energy's Broomfield office on August 3, where he is set to deliver remarks and engage in discussions with company executives regarding the impact of EPA regulations on the coal industry.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00066089
Tate Bennett
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1 |
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The document from the Alaska Gasline Development Corporation outlines the selection, construction, operation, and maintenance processes for the ASAP Belowground Pipeline on Alaska's North Slope, dated July 12, 2016.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00098618
Lee Forsgren
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44 |
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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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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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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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2016 |
BLM201800412 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued a Notice of Violation to MGPI of Indiana, LLC for ongoing violations of the Clean Air Act's Non-Attainment New Source Review requirements at their Lawrenceburg facility, offering them a chance to discuss compliance measures.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00163758
Justin Schwab
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13 |
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The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) hosted a seminar focused on integrated resource planning and market analysis, addressing developments in generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as the dynamics of natural gas markets and the impact of renewable energy on wholesale power markets.
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2016 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) addresses concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest related to its contractor, Toxicology Excellence for Risk Assessment (TERA), in a study on phthalate use in plastics, asserting TERA's independence and commitment to advancing toxicology and risk assessment science.
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2016 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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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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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The document is a letter from a congressional representative to Colonel Christopher G. Beck of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers expressing concern over the decision to require an Environmental Impact Statement for the United Minerals Company's Seven Hills Mine project before completing an Environmental Assessment.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00034750
Layne Bangerter
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2 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) entered into a Consent Decree with environmental groups to address litigation requiring action under Subtitle D of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regarding oil and natural gas production wastes, with a decision deadline set for March 15, 2019.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00088093
2 Tier
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3 |
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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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2016 |
BLM201800412 |
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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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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The American Farm Bureau Federation submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency opposing the proposed revocation of all tolerances for chlorpyrifos, arguing that the agency should consider the benefits of the pesticide to farmers and the agricultural sector.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00057101
Tate Bennett
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4 |
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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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2016 |
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The document is a draft Wetlands Compensatory Mitigation Plan prepared by the Alaska Gasline Development Corporation for the Alaska Stand Alone Pipeline project, detailing strategies for mitigating wetland impacts associated with the project.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00098615
Lee Forsgren
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60 |
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The National Sorghum Producers submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the proposed registration decision for sulfoxaflor, advocating for the inclusion of sorghum in future registrations and criticizing the EPA's interpretation of bee attractiveness data and proposed buffer requirements that they believe would harm farmers' revenues.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00164057
Justin Schwab
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3 |
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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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2016 |
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Siemens USA, a subsidiary of Siemens AG, highlights its significant investment and contributions to the U.S. economy, reporting $23.7 billion in revenue and expanding its digital industrial leadership through the acquisition of Mentor Graphics, while employing approximately 50,000 people across more than 60 manufacturing sites.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00119435
William Lovell
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16 |
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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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2016 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) entered into a Consent Decree with environmental groups to address litigation requiring action under Subtitle D of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regarding oil and natural gas production wastes, with a decision deadline set for March 15, 2019.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00088097
2 Tier
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3 |
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Teck Resources Limited, a diversified natural resource company, operates two mines in the U.S. (Red Dog Mine in Alaska and Pend Oreille Operations in Washington), employs approximately 800 people, and has a significant economic impact through procurement and sales, while also being recognized for sustainability efforts.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00114184
Albert Kelly
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1 |
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Teck Resources Limited, a diversified natural resource company, operates two mines in the U.S. (Red Dog Mine in Alaska and Pend Oreille Operations in Washington), employs approximately 800 people, and has a significant economic impact through procurement and sales, while also being recognized for sustainability efforts.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00176077
Kenneth Wagner
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1 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing a direct final rule to amend the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants from the Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry, allowing an alternative compliance method due to the unavailability of hydrogen chloride calibration gases for continuous emissions monitoring systems.
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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The document is a master list of 202 "rack sellers" identified by Valero from various sources, including market research and federal excise tax forms, as of April 2016, with details on corporate entities and their subsidiaries.
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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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2 |
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The EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention issued a memorandum on December 29, 2016, updating the literature review on neurodevelopmental effects and supporting the use of the 10X FQPA Safety Factor for organophosphate pesticides based on public comments and new epidemiological studies.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00044425
Nancy Beck
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180 |
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The Interagency Working Group on Social Cost of Greenhouse Gases, involving multiple U.S. government agencies, issued a Technical Support Document in August 2016 to update the social cost of carbon estimates based on expert advice and public comments, while addressing recommendations from the National Academies of Sciences regarding uncertainty in these estimates.
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2016 |
BLM201800412 |
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The document critiques the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) economic analysis of proposed Alternatives E1, E2, and F regarding the potential impacts of oil and gas exploration activities, arguing that the agency's justifications for minimizing these impacts are flawed and misleading.
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2016 |
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The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers submitted comments to the EPA and NHTSA regarding the Draft Technical Assessment Report on the Midterm Evaluation of Light-Duty Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards and Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for model years 2022-2025, expressing support for the One National Program aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving fuel economy.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00180381
Bill Wehrum
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214 |
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency received a petition from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Association of Global Automakers 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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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The document discusses the potential of Natural Gas Vehicles (NGVs) to help the EPA achieve emissions reduction compliance for light-duty trucks by restoring incentives and regulatory parity with electric vehicles, while also advocating for retrofitting existing vehicles to further reduce emissions.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00119249
William Lovell
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1 |
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The document discusses the court's ruling in Murray Energy Corp. v. EPA, where the court ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to comply with section 321(a) of the Clean Air Act regarding the evaluation of job losses in the coal industry due to CAA regulations.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00082503
Brittany Bolen
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5 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency is encouraging nominations for the White House Leadership Development Program, aimed at high-potential GS-15 employees, to enhance their leadership skills through cross-agency initiatives, with applications due by May 9, 2016.
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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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2 |
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Cloud Peak Energy submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency opposing the Clean Power Plan and various regulatory reforms affecting the coal industry, including the Regional Haze Rule and new ozone standards.
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2016 |
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2 |
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The document discusses the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) authorization of geological and geophysical (G&G) activities under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) to expedite exploration and development of offshore resources while addressing environmental safeguards and national energy needs.
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2016 |
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2 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reviewed the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's draft NPDES/SDS permit for the Minntac Tailings Basin Area, expressing concerns that it fails to adequately address discharges to surface waters and calling for a permit that includes specific actions and timelines to meet water quality standards.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00107144
Sarah Greenwalt
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6 |
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The EPA Region 5 provided comments and recommendations to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources regarding the draft guidance for Feed Storage Area Runoff Controls for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs), emphasizing the need for immediate measures to prevent pollutant discharges from vegetative treatment areas.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00107616
Sarah Greenwalt
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3 |
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EcoEngineers conducted a regulatory analysis to determine if Corn Oil One qualifies as "non-food grade corn oil" under EPA regulations for biodiesel and renewable diesel production, while clarifying that their determination does not replace EPA's official ruling.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00069499
Tate Bennett
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33 |
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The document from the EPA lists various Premanufacture Notices (PMNs) received between June 1 and June 30, 2016, detailing the projected review dates, manufacturers, and intended uses of new chemical substances.
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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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2 |
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Ford Motor Company submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding the Midterm Evaluation Draft Technical Assessment Report for Model Year 2022-2025 Light Duty Vehicle GHG Emissions and CAFE Standards, emphasizing the need for re-evaluation of the standards based on technological advancements and market conditions.
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2016 |
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ED_002061_00180383
Bill Wehrum
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25 |
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The Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) addresses concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest related to the Toxicology Excellence for Risk Assessment (TERA) in their study of phthalate use in plastics, asserting TERA's independence and commitment to scientific integrity.
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2016 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received comments from Compsys and Structural Composites regarding their proposed rule on the protection of stratospheric ozone, specifically requesting a temporary allowance for the use of HFC-134a in their composite production processes until January 1, 2025.
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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The document is a report prepared by IHS Global Inc. for Monroe Energy, LLC in April 2016, detailing obligated and non-obligated party lists related to oil markets and downstream consulting.
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2016 |
HQ2017008402 |
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77 |
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The Independent Petroleum Association of America and the American Exploration and Production Council submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding three regulatory proposals aimed at methane emissions standards in the oil and natural gas sector.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00162814
Justin Schwab
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62 |
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The document contains comments from various industrial trade associations to the EPA regarding the proposed rule on Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements, addressing definitions and regulations related to hazardous waste management.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00090564
Patrick Davis
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77 |
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The American Petroleum Institute submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the draft Control Techniques Guidelines for the oil and natural gas industry, emphasizing the industry's significant reduction in methane emissions despite increased production.
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2015 |
HQ2017008402 |
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144 |
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The Vinyl Institute is proposing revised definitions for resin types and processes related to Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers in the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, following discussions with the U.S. EPA's Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards.
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2015 |
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4 |
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The Bureau of Land Management is discussing the Social Cost of Carbon (SCC) methodology and planning an updated literature review to assess region-specific damages and greenhouse gas estimates in light of a recent Executive Order.
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2015 |
BLM201800412 |
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3 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has decided not to issue final regulations for financial responsibility requirements under CERCLA Section 108(b) for hardrock mining facilities, concluding that the risk of taxpayer-funded cleanups does not warrant such requirements.
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2015 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The document contains statements from various governors expressing support for the Trump administration's efforts to roll back the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, citing it as government overreach that imposes unnecessary burdens on farmers and businesses in their states.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00069047
Tate Bennett
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13 |
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The US EPA's Office of Transportation and Air Quality released a document analyzing the significant increase in D6 renewable identification number (RIN) prices in 2013 under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program, attributing the rise to the growing renewable fuel requirements and its impact on retail fuel prices and merchant refiners.
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2015 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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31 |
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The document is a review prepared by GEI Consultants, Inc. on behalf of the National Mining Association regarding the EPA's 2015 Draft Selenium Criteria Document, addressing key issues and recommendations related to the criteria's development.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00106880
2 Tier
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50 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is in the process of rescinding its final hydraulic fracturing rule from March 26, 2015, due to legal challenges and is proposing to revert to previous regulations while legislative efforts are underway to transfer regulatory authority to state agencies.
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2015 |
OS201700602 |
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25 |
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The memorandum outlines a collaborative agreement between the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, the New Mexico Environment Department, the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to enhance regulation and policy regarding the reuse and recycling of produced water from oil and natural gas activities.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00159754
David Ross
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6 |
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The Vinyl Institute is proposing revised definitions for resin types and processes related to Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers production to the U.S. EPA, following discussions aimed at clarifying National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants.
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2015 |
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4 |
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The document is a review article published in "Critical Reviews in Toxicology" that systematically evaluates epidemiologic studies on low-level non-occupational exposures to organophosphorus insecticides, focusing on maternal metabolites and their potential impacts on birth outcomes and neurodevelopmental health in offspring.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00046431
Nancy Beck
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111 |
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Cloud Peak Energy, a leading U.S. coal producer headquartered in Wyoming, highlights its contributions to energy independence and local economies through coal production and community investments, while emphasizing its commitment to safety and environmental standards.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00065969
Tate Bennett
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1 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is implementing Secretarial Order 3349, which focuses on promoting American energy independence by reducing regulatory burdens on energy production and revoking previous mitigation policies established under Secretarial Order 3330.
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2015 |
BLM201800412 |
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2 |
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The document is a petition for review filed by the Sierra Club de Puerto Rico and other environmental groups against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding a final rule on environmental requirements.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00162549
Justin Schwab
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80 |
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The document provides an overview of Xcel Energy's operations in 2015, detailing customer statistics, employee numbers, community contributions, economic impacts, and progress on clean energy initiatives across several states in the Upper Midwest.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00135316
Troy Lyons
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4 |
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The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) issued a memorandum detailing its response to Secretary Order 3349 regarding the review of mitigation policies and climate change, including the preparation of a technical report on greenhouse gas emissions related to the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program.
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2015 |
OS201700602 |
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2 |
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The document is a concurrent resolution from the House of Representatives expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should withdraw from the Paris Agreement, citing concerns over its effectiveness and potential economic impacts.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00157571
Aaron Ringel
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3 |
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The document discusses a research article from the US Environmental Protection Agency that analyzes the incremental mitigation benefits of methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O) in relation to the government's social cost of carbon dioxide (SC-CO2) estimates, emphasizing the importance of benefit-cost analysis in climate policy-making.
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2015 |
BLM201800412 |
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28 |
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The Vinyl Institute is proposing revised definitions for resin types and processes related to Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers in the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, following discussions with the U.S. EPA's Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards.
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2015 |
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4 |
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The document discusses the impact of Renewable Identification Number (RIN) prices on wholesale and retail fuel prices under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), highlighting the economic implications of RINs as a charge on obligated fuels and a subsidy for renewable fuels.
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2015 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The Cross-Cutting Issues Group, representing electric generating companies, recommends that the EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers withdraw and replace the Clean Water Rule (WOTUS Rule) due to its expansion of federal jurisdiction and the resulting regulatory uncertainty and costs for its members.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00095148
Lee Forsgren
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6 |
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The United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia ruled that Fola Coal Company, LLC violated water quality standards in permits for discharges from two of its mines, while finding insufficient evidence for violations related to a third mine, in a case brought by environmental groups under the Clean Water Act.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00106924
2 Tier
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60 |
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The Biogenic CO2 Coalition submitted comments to the EPA regarding proposed revisions to the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Title V Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Permitting Regulations, specifically addressing the establishment of a Significant Emissions Rate (SER) for GHG emissions under the PSD program.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00162565
Justin Schwab
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29 |
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The City of Houston's Project Brays aims to reduce flooding risks by widening 21 miles of Brays Bayou, modifying 30 bridges, and constructing stormwater detention basins, utilizing CWSRF Loan Program funds specifically for hydrologic improvements to enhance water flow and quality in the area.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00094911
Lee Forsgren
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1 |
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The document is a petition for administrative reconsideration submitted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency by Compsys, Inc. and Structural Composites, Inc. regarding the final rule on stratospheric ozone substitutes under the Significant New Alternatives Policy Program.
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2015 |
HQ2017008402 |
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6 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is implementing Secretarial Order (S.O.) 3349, which focuses on promoting American energy independence by reviewing agency climate change actions, revoking S.O. 3330, and directing the identification of actions related to energy development and mitigation policies.
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2015 |
BLM201800412 |
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2 |
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PCS Phosphate Company, Inc. submitted a Petition for Reconsideration and Request for Administrative Stay to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the "Phosphoric Acid Manufacturing and Phosphate Fertilizer Production RTR and Standards of Performance for Phosphate Processing" final rule, citing unique grounds related to their facilities.
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2015 |
HQ2017008402 |
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626 |
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The memorandum from the EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention discusses a literature review supporting the use of the 10X FQPA Safety Factor in human health risk assessments for various organophosphate pesticides.
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2015 |
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ED_002061_00044426
Nancy Beck
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102 |
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The document discusses industry feedback to the Department of the Interior (DOI) regarding air quality modeling assumptions in the Gulf of Mexico (GOM) air quality study and suggests creating an industry workgroup to improve collaboration and regulatory outcomes.
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2015 |
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2 |
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The letter from Kansas State Representative Dennis E. Hedke to Dr. Terry Wallace of Los Alamos National Laboratory expresses concerns about misleading statements made during a presentation on energy security, specifically regarding predictions about global population and fishing populations.
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2015 |
HQ2017008402 |
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5 |
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The United States Environmental Protection Agency's Region 4 is responding to a permit application from the Florida Department of Transportation and Palm Beach County to fill 57.2 acres of freshwater wetlands for a roadway expansion project impacting the Pond Cypress Natural Area and Grassy Waters Preserve, which are crucial for local drinking water supply and ecological preservation.
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2015 |
HQ2017008402 |
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4 |
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The document discusses RJR Mining's new coal mine opening in Alabama, targeting an initial production of 25,000 tons per month, amidst ongoing debates about the coal industry and its future under current political leadership.
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2014 |
— |
ED_002061_00178213
Kenneth Wagner
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8 |
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The Colorado Oil & Gas Association is requesting clarification from the U.S. EPA regarding the suspension of its enforcement campaign against oil and gas operators in Colorado for alleged violations of state air quality regulations related to storage tank emissions.
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2014 |
HQ2017008402 |
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4 |
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The document outlines the implementation actions required by the Energy Independence Executive Order, including a review of existing regulations affecting U.S. energy resource development by the EPA, with specific directives to repeal or reform rules related to greenhouse gas emissions and to submit plans and reports to the Vice President and OIRA within set timelines.
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2014 |
HQ2017008402 |
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2 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is issuing a Permanent Instruction Memorandum that provides policy guidance on the management of National Monuments, National Conservation Areas, and similar designations, as well as regulations related to greenhouse gas emissions and resource conservation.
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2014 |
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2 |
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The document contains comments from the API, IAGC, NOIA, and AOGA on the NMFS Draft Guidance regarding new acoustic criteria for assessing the impacts of anthropogenic sound on marine life.
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2014 |
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2 |
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The document is a public financial disclosure report for William Ludwig Wehrum, nominated as Assistant Administrator for Air and Radiation at the Environmental Protection Agency, certifying his compliance with ethics regulations and detailing his previous employment and financial interests.
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2014 |
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ED_002061_00151332
1 Tier
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10 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is reviewing and planning to revise its Policy Instruction Memorandum on processing royalty rate reduction applications to streamline the review process and reduce delays while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
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2014 |
BLM201800412 |
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9 |
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The Vinyl Institute submitted supplemental information to the U.S. EPA regarding the reconsideration of National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production, emphasizing the need for accurate emissions data to inform regulatory decisions.
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2014 |
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29 |
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The document discusses comments from the American Petroleum Institute regarding the National Marine Fisheries Service's (NMFS) Draft Guidance for assessing the effects of anthropogenic sound on marine mammals, emphasizing the need for new acoustic criteria that do not impose additional regulatory burdens on the offshore oil and gas industry.
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2014 |
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2 |
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The American Petroleum Institute and other industry associations submitted comments to the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding its Draft Guidance for Assessing the Effects of Anthropogenic Sound on Marine Mammals, emphasizing the need to balance oil and gas activities with marine mammal conservation.
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2014 |
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2 |
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The email correspondence from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses the health benefits and cost-effectiveness of the Clean Power Plan, specifically addressing claims related to asthma attacks and premature deaths due to soot and smog reductions.
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2014 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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5 |
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The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) received comments from the American Petroleum Institute (API) regarding the Draft Guidance for Assessing the Effects of Anthropogenic Sound, specifically challenging the agency's approach to setting sound exposure thresholds based on limited marine mammal studies and advocating for the use of the best available science instead.
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2014 |
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2 |
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The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is advised by the Environmental Law Group that seepage from the Cliffs Erie Tailings Basin should be regulated under a Minnesota State Disposal System permit rather than a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit, despite potential hydrologic connections to surface waters.
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2014 |
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ED_002061_00107146
Sarah Greenwalt
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29 |
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The document is a subsequent Risk Management Plan (RMP) submission for the Arkema Inc. - Crosby Plant, detailing registration information and compliance with EPA regulations, with a submission date of June 11, 2014.
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2014 |
— |
ED_002061_00026237
Michael Abboud
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25 |
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The United States District Court for the Western District of Washington ruled on a lawsuit brought by environmental organizations against the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Fish and Wildlife Service, challenging regulations that allegedly undermined the agencies' responsibilities under the Endangered Species Act in relation to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act.
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2014 |
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ED_002061_00108000
Sarah Greenwalt
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37 |
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The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) expresses concerns to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding their proposed rule redefining "Waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act, urging them to withdraw it due to its negative impact on builders and developers.
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2014 |
— |
ED_002061_00065183
Tate Bennett
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169 |
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The document contains references and studies related to the effects of anthropogenic noise on marine mammals, highlighting research findings relevant to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) draft guidance on assessing these impacts.
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2014 |
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2 |
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The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is urged to improve its Draft Guidance on assessing the effects of anthropogenic sound by providing a user guide for public review, clarifying the application of qualitative factors in impact assessments, and addressing the omission of behavioral harassment in its considerations.
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2014 |
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The document contains comments from the American Petroleum Institute (API) regarding the National Marine Fisheries Service's (NMFS) draft guidance on assessing the effects of anthropogenic sound on marine mammals, emphasizing the need for clarity in the implementation of proposed criteria related to incidental take authorizations under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
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2014 |
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The Vinyl Institute submitted supplemental information to the U.S. EPA regarding the reconsideration of National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production, emphasizing the need for data-driven emission performance estimates to support the PVC industry while complying with the Clean Air Act.
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2014 |
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The document outlines Senator Camera Bartolotta's background, committee assignments, and legislative focus areas, emphasizing her role in promoting effective government operations and supporting the gas and oil industry in Pennsylvania.
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2014 |
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ED_002061_00069582
Tate Bennett
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule amending regulations related to the Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS) program, clarifying cellulosic biofuel identification numbers, specifying new production pathways for renewable fuels, and updating misfueling mitigation requirements for E15 gasoline, effective August 18, 2014.
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2014 |
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ED_002061_00164220
Justin Schwab
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The document outlines Elin D. Miller's extensive career in agricultural consulting, corporate governance, and public service, including her role as Regional Administrator for the EPA overseeing environmental challenges in the Pacific Northwest.
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2014 |
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ED_002061_00173862
Kenneth Wagner
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