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The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality submitted comments to the EPA expressing concerns that the proposed Health and Environmental Protection Standards for Uranium and Thorium Mill Tailings are duplicative of existing state regulations and requested the withdrawal of the proposed rule. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
4
The email from Bloomberg BNA to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recent legal developments regarding methane emissions regulations and biofuel quotas, highlighting petitions from states and industry groups for a rehearing on a court decision that mandates the EPA to implement methane limits and a ruling that restricts the EPA's authority to cut biofuel quotas. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email exchange between Charlotte Sawyer and Millan Hupp at the EPA discusses scheduling logistics for a site visit and staff coordination for Administrator Pruitt, with Hupp requesting to reschedule a meeting due to onboarding and ethics training. 2017 12
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses outreach to governors regarding their comments on the EPA's decision to set aside the Final Determination for Model Year 2022-2025 vehicle greenhouse gas standards, which was issued by the previous administration just before President Trump's inauguration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works held a hearing on November 8, 2017, regarding the nominations of Kathleen Hartnett White and Andrew Wheeler, during which Ranking Member Carper questioned Wheeler about the importance of shielding the EPA from political influence and the need for restrictions on communications between the EPA and the White House. 2017
ED_002061_00152455
Christian Palich
27
The email correspondence involves the Aluminum Association requesting a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt to discuss vehicle fuel economy and a speaking role at their annual meeting on October 4, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00142714
Madeline Morris
3
The email discusses Bill Wehrum's priorities as the new assistant administrator of the EPA's Office of Air and Radiation, focusing on rolling back the Clean Power Plan and reconsidering greenhouse gas standards for vehicles. 2017
ED_002061_00184330
13 Tier
3
The email discusses a public hearing at the International Trade Commission regarding a petition from solar manufacturers Suniva Inc. and SolarWorld Americas for tariffs on solar imports, which they claim are harming the domestic industry, while opponents argue that such tariffs could negatively impact the broader solar market and jobs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA's Ryan Jackson shared a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting the House Energy and Commerce Committee's unanimous approval of several energy bills aimed at workforce education and training in energy sectors on June 7, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 20
The email correspondence among U.S. Department of the Interior officials discusses revisions to the talking points for the Energy Burdens Report, with a focus on finalizing the document before sending it to a colleague named Brad. 2017 OS201700602 50
The EPA is preparing for Hurricane Irma by securing Superfund sites, assessing regulated facilities, granting fuel waivers, and deploying personnel to Florida for emergency response efforts as of September 9, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00076358
Tate Bennett
3
The email correspondence between Hayley Ford of the EPA and Dave Conover from Kinder Morgan discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to address topics including the NSPS OOOOa rule-making and Superfund cleanup policies. 2017 6
Duke Energy's CEO, Lynn J. Good, expresses appreciation to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for discussing greenhouse gas regulation and emphasizes the importance of regulatory certainty for investment decisions in the electric power sector. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from Cheryl Woodward at the EPA provides logistical details for a meeting scheduled on May 4, 2017, with the Southern Crop Production Association, including directions to the EPA building and security instructions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email exchange between Alyssa Morones and Robert Daguillard of the EPA discusses the autonomy granted to California in regulating pesticides, with Morones seeking clarification on whether the California EPA has special federal authority in this area. 2017
ED_002061_00027303
13 Tier
3
Robert Spencer from HollyFrontier urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs, as current regulations unfairly burden independent refiners and threaten their viability. 2017
ED_002061_00023997
Michael Abboud
1
The email correspondence between Timothy Charters and Lee Forsgren discusses a missed conference call regarding the EPA Region 6 NPDES Permit Issue. 2017
ED_002061_00098682
Lee Forsgren
1
Larry Laboe is urging the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs, as current regulations unfairly burden independent refiners with compliance costs while benefiting larger companies. 2017
ED_002061_00025492
13 Tier
1
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is preparing a memorandum to respond to Secretary's Order 3349 regarding actions related to mitigation and climate change, with a focus on new regulations and policy documents. 2017 BLM201800412 10
The EPA's July 25, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert outlines new regulations in California regarding hazardous liquid pipelines and copper-based antifouling paint, including updates to reporting requirements and leach rate limits for environmental compliance. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued an update on September 10, 2017, regarding Hurricane Irma's impact on the state, detailing evacuation orders for 6.5 million residents and the opening of over 530 shelters as part of the emergency response efforts. 2017
ED_002061_00011913
Michael Abboud
5
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from September 15, 2017, highlights various environmental issues, including New York City's plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings, congressional support for coal-fired power plants, and Brazil's initiative to protect 10% of its coastal areas under the UN Convention on Biodiversity. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various climate and energy policy updates, including a court case against the EPA over a methane rule pause and the implications of the U.S. exiting the Paris climate agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
Ryan Dubuisson from HollyFrontier is urging the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs, as current regulations disproportionately burden independent refiners and threaten their viability. 2017
ED_002061_00023942
Michael Abboud
1
The email correspondence between Susan Asmus of the National Association of Home Builders and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt on May 17, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The EPA provided information to the Port Washington Times regarding drinking water standards for total chromium and heptachlor epoxide, and mentioned that while 1,4-dioxane is not currently regulated, it is on the Contaminant Candidate List. 2017
ED_002061_00027589
13 Tier
3
The Department of the Interior is instructing its bureaus to submit their Fall 2017 Semiannual Agenda and Regulatory Plan by September 5, including new requirements for regulatory categorization and documentation processes. 2017 269
The email from Jerry Schwartz of AF&PA requests two meetings with the EPA, one with Administrator Pruitt and another with key EPA staff, to discuss industry concerns and comments related to a Department of Commerce Request for Information. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Sydney Hupp of the EPA's Office of the Administrator discusses scheduling two meetings requested by the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) with EPA Administrator Pruitt and other key staff to address industry concerns and comments. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
BISSELL Homecare, Inc. is requesting urgent intervention from the EPA regarding what they perceive as unreasonable enforcement of FIFRA labeling regulations by Region 9, which could lead to significant commercial losses for the company. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA issued a final rule approving a revision to California's State Implementation Plan for a photochemical assessment monitoring system in six ozone nonattainment areas, effective October 30, 2017, and also revised the NESHAP for phosphoric acid manufacturing and phosphate fertilizer production, extending compliance deadlines for emissions reporting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting Canada's ultimatum to provinces Saskatchewan and Manitoba to join a climate change plan or lose federal funding for greenhouse gas reduction efforts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email from LeAnn M. Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie discusses scheduling a follow-up meeting with EPA and DOE officials regarding the scoring of small refinery hardship petitions under the Renewable Fuel Standard, referencing materials from a previous meeting and a 2011 DOE study. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 25
The email from Sydney Hupp, an executive scheduler at the EPA, discusses scheduling a speaking engagement for Administrator Scott Pruitt at the North Dakota Petroleum Council's Annual Meeting in September 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various controversies and legal challenges surrounding the agency's new chemical review process, delays in methane standards, and the authority to delay a facility safety rule, reflecting the contentious regulatory environment under the Trump administration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Mark Ranalli of Allegiance LLC requests a meeting between EPA Secretary Scott Pruitt and EPSI President Steve Sexton to discuss EPSI's VOCGEN technology, which aims to enhance U.S. manufacturing while improving environmental standards. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence between Stratton Edwards and Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses a waiver letter related to an emergency exemption request for antimicrobial surface coatings by Allied Bioscience Inc. to assist with post-hurricane recovery efforts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA announced a new plan under Administrator Scott Pruitt to evaluate chemical safety that limits assessments to manufacturers' intended uses, prompting criticism from environmentalists who argue it undermines safety measures established by the recent overhaul of the Toxic Substances Control Act. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email exchange between Albert Kelly from the EPA and Rich Gold from Holland & Knight discusses scheduling a conference call to clarify participant details, with a proposed time of 4 PM Eastern on August 31, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00117072
Albert Kelly
2
The email discusses a White House meeting during Energy Week where state officials and Native American tribal leaders, including representatives from the Navajo Nation, will address energy development on tribal lands and the future of the Navajo Generating Station, amidst ongoing challenges in coal energy viability. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The EPA approved revisions to the Alabama State Implementation Plan (SIP) regarding volatile organic compounds, adding certain compounds to the negligibly reactive list and removing specific emissions requirements, while also withdrawing a previous direct final rule related to these changes. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The email correspondence between EPA official Will Lovell and American Gas Association's Pam Lacey discusses the agenda for an upcoming call regarding the EPA's regulatory reform agenda, including topics like Methane NSPS and WOTUS. 2017
ED_002061_00122797
William Lovell
2
EPA official Samantha Dravis receives a request from Stephen Ayling urging the agency to change the "Point of Obligation" in the Renewable Fuel Standard to protect jobs for independent refiners facing economic risks. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals delayed arguments regarding the EPA's 2015 coal ash rule to November following Administrator Scott Pruitt's decision to reconsider parts of the regulation, requiring the agency to specify which portions will be reconsidered by November 15. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating a meeting with Kevin Shafer from MMSD regarding biosolids regulation in EPA Region 5, with scheduling discussions for a conference call on November 9, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00097939
Lee Forsgren
3
The email exchange between Heather Swift and Tim Puko discusses the publication of the Department of the Interior's energy report, with Swift providing a link to the report and confirming its imminent release while requesting that Puko not publish it before the official embargo lifts. 2017 OS201700602 6
The Secretary of the Interior issued a memorandum addressing concerns about the Bureau of Land Management's planning and National Environmental Policy Act processes, highlighting the need for improvements to reduce delays and enhance decision-making efficiency following the nullification of Planning 2.0 regulations. 2017 BLM201800355 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recent environmental news highlights, including the Trump administration's decision to avoid settling lawsuits with environmentalists, Northeastern states targeting carbon emissions from vehicles, and New York's objection to the Millennium Pipeline project approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email from Avery Pittman to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses concerns about the Renewable Fuel Standard regulation, urging changes to the "Point of Obligation" to protect jobs for small and independent refiners. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Jake Wyzard to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent refiners by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending credits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Alexandra Dunn to Ryan Jackson at the EPA includes an updated resume and discusses her qualifications and experience related to environmental law and policy, particularly in the context of her role as Executive Director and General Counsel for the Environmental Council of the States. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA promotes a training workshop focused on implementing Executive Order 13781 related to workforce accountability and effective performance management, scheduled for September 27, 2017, in Washington, D.C. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Jeff More requests a meeting between the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District and the EPA's Office of Water and OECA to discuss a draft Administrative Order regarding new biosolids monitoring and reporting requirements in EPA Region 5. 2017
ED_002061_00097898
Lee Forsgren
1
The EPA issued a regulatory alert on November 2, 2017, detailing a final rule confirming that the Philadelphia area has attained the 2008 ozone NAAQS, alongside announcing a meeting of the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee scheduled for December 12, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email from Paul Balserak to EPA officials discusses the legal interpretation of groundwater discharges as point sources under the Clean Water Act, highlighting a split in court decisions and suggesting that the EPA clarify the Act's intent regarding this issue. 2017
ED_002061_00106944
Sarah Greenwalt
2
The email from Benjamin Dunham to Sydney Hupp discusses the upcoming meeting on April 6, 2017, between EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and the Consumer Specialty Products Association to introduce the industry and discuss regulatory priorities, specifically focusing on TSCA and Safer Choice. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 20
The email from POLITICO discusses Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's announcement that the U.S. is in direct communication with North Korea regarding its missile and nuclear tests, amidst other political news, and was sent to Ryan Jackson at the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The U.S. Department of the Interior is finalizing a press release regarding the "Energy Burdens Report," which identifies regulatory actions that hinder domestic energy production in line with Executive Order 13783, emphasizing the Trump Administration's commitment to energy dominance. 2017 OS201700602 7
The U.S. EPA is being urged by the National Association of Home Builders to expedite the development of a streamlined "small lot" stormwater permit for residential construction sites, while also addressing concerns about federal overreach in the NPDES stormwater program. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responding to a request for information about GenX contamination in the Cape Fear River, detailing ongoing compliance evaluations of the Chemours facility following a Consent Order under the Toxic Substances Control Act, and noting collaboration with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services regarding health effects assessments. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The EPA's EHS State Regulatory Alert from October 4, 2017, details Arkansas's final rule amending water quality standards for certain creeks and Clearwater Lake in response to a petition from Halliburton Energy Services, and California's proposed rule to reduce NOx emissions from Portland cement kilns, requiring continuous emission monitoring. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The document is a letter from various oil and gas trade associations to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, providing comments on the proposed rule regarding emission standards for the oil and natural gas sector and the stay of certain requirements published in the Federal Register. 2017
ED_002061_00161303
Justin Schwab
64
The email exchange between Joe O'Donnell of IWPA and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses scheduling a conference call to review joint industry submissions regarding import declaration provisions of the formaldehyde rule. 2017
ED_002061_00043949
Nancy Beck
5
The document is a letter from various organizations to the US Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Land Management, providing input on the BLM 2.0 planning process and advocating for improvements to ensure past mistakes are not repeated. 2017 BLM201700947 20
The Bureau of Land Management's memorandum outlines its response to Secretary's Order 3349, detailing actions to rescind the hydraulic fracturing rule and review the waste prevention rule in alignment with the President's Executive Order on promoting energy independence. 2017 OS201700602 5
The American Coatings Association submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding regulatory reform under Executive Order 13777, urging the agency to modernize and streamline regulations that they find unnecessary and costly for the paint and coatings industry. 2017
ED_002061_00122181
William Lovell
17
The EPA's Energy and Climate Report from August 30, 2017, discusses air pollution threats from Hurricane Harvey in Houston, the need for repairs on Enbridge's Line 5 pipeline in Michigan, Xcel Energy's proposal to retire coal units in Colorado, and a court ruling against the Interior Department for delaying an oil and gas royalty rule. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Paul Walker of ConservAmerica discusses the rescheduling of a PUC Coordination Meeting originally planned for June 16, 2017, due to scheduling conflicts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discusses the need for timely reviews and dispositions of comments on Department of the Interior regulations, with a deadline for responses set for November 24, 2017, to be included in a report to the Director's office. 2017 25
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Randall Gerard discusses the status of compliance rules related to TSCA Title VI emissions standards for composite wood products, indicating that both rules are expected to be published in the Federal Register the following week. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence between EPA officials and TXOGA representatives discusses media credentialing for an upcoming speech, confirming attendees and managing requests for access. 2017 8
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report, highlighting concerns about the potential elimination of the U.S. Chemical Safety Board, which is investigating the explosions at Arkema's Texas chemical plant following Hurricane Harvey. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is providing a memorandum to the Secretary regarding the implementation of Secretary's Order 3349, detailing actions related to mitigation and climate change as part of the agency's ongoing efforts to manage land use impacts. 2017 OS201700602 10
The email from David Bernhardt to Heather Swift discusses the recommendation to add an Endangered Species Act (ESA) comment to a press release regarding the Department of the Interior's report on energy burdens, which outlines the Trump Administration's approach to promoting domestic energy production. 2017 OS201700602 4
The email from Michelle Hale at the EPA discusses Scott Pruitt's decision to rescind the "Waters of the United States" rule, which expanded federal regulation of water bodies under the Clean Water Act, framing it as a restoration of order rather than a shake-up. 2017
ED_002061_00112564
Michelle Hale
4
The email correspondence involves Sydney Hupp from the EPA's Office of the Administrator coordinating a meeting for Administrator Pruitt with the Southwest Council of Agribusiness on April 25, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Moya Phelleps of the National Mining Association discusses scheduling a meeting for Administrator Pruitt during his visit, while addressing flight availability issues. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from September 7, 2017, discusses various environmental issues including the safety concerns surrounding the Arkema chemical plant explosion in Texas post-Hurricane Harvey, the challenges of hazardous waste disposal for businesses in Houston, and the suspension of cleanup work at Florida Superfund sites in anticipation of Hurricane Irma. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Jack Gerard of the American Petroleum Institute to Leila Getto at the Department of the Interior discusses the need to reform the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) to protect consumers from the risks associated with increasing ethanol levels in fuel, given the U.S.'s shift from a net importer to a net exporter of oil and natural gas. 2017 3
The email from Enesta Jones of the EPA discusses the reconsideration of the 2015 Steam Electric final rule, including the establishment of new compliance deadlines and ongoing proposed rulemaking to postpone certain compliance dates pending judicial review. 2017
ED_002061_00027473
13 Tier
2
The Forest Service is coordinating a discussion among staff regarding comments on a draft review for an Executive Order promoting energy independence, scheduled for April 18, 2017. 2017 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The email from James Roewer to EPA officials discusses the urgency for the agency to decide on extending compliance deadlines for the CCR rule, as it impacts significant financial and operational decisions for the utility sector. 2017
ED_002061_00086444
2 Tier
3
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) received a waiver request from Florida Governor Rick Scott to allow the use of red dyed 15 ppm non-road diesel fuel in highway vehicles due to fuel supply shortages caused by Hurricane Irma and ongoing evacuations. 2017
ED_002061_00140269
Troy Lyons
3
The United States Environmental Protection Agency held a Federalism consultation meeting on April 19, 2017, to discuss potential changes to the definition of "Waters of the U.S." in light of state and local government concerns and previous Supreme Court rulings affecting Clean Water Act jurisdiction. 2017
ED_002061_00069264
Tate Bennett
14
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing urgent water quality issues in New Hanover County, North Carolina, related to contamination from the Chemours facility affecting local drinking water, with requests for expedited action and information. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing a list of policy Instruction Memoranda (IMs) related to energy development, as outlined in a briefing memo shared among staff for review and potential discussion. 2017 BLM201800412 9
The email correspondence between Hayley Ford of the EPA and Sarah Burgess from the Texas Attorney General's office discusses scheduling a meeting with Attorney General Paxton during his visit to Washington, D.C. from November 15-18, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 16
The email from Kenneth Wagner at the EPA discusses the forwarding of a waiver letter to his policy colleagues in response to a communication from Blake Barfield of HollyFrontier. 2017
ED_002061_00179160
Kenneth Wagner
1
The EPA received a regulatory alert detailing proposed amendments to radiation control regulations in Delaware and minimum safety standards for logging systems in Idaho, with hearings and comment deadlines specified for both states. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email discusses an upcoming executive order from the White House to establish a pilot program within the FAA that would allow localities to regulate drones, highlighting the complexities of safety and privacy concerns associated with drone operations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The National Association of Clean Air Agencies (NACAA) submitted recommendations to the EPA for improving and streamlining Clean Air Act permitting programs, emphasizing collaboration with state and local air pollution control agencies. 2017
ED_002061_00184015
13 Tier
1
The email from Rahul Thaker outlines the details for a panel session on Clean Power Plan litigation updates at the A&WMA's Annual Conference, scheduled for June 8, 2017, featuring representatives from the EPA, state environmental agencies, the electric power generation industry, and environmental organizations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The EPA Administrator, E. Scott Pruitt, informed several U.S. Senators that after thorough analysis, the agency will not move the "point of obligation" for the Renewable Fuel Standard from refiners to blenders and will finalize the Renewable Volume Obligation rule by November 30, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00139928
Troy Lyons
2
The email from Jahan Wilcox of the EPA discusses the approved media attendees for a speech related to the Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA), confirming that only select reporters from the Houston Chronicle, Bloomberg, and Houston Public Radio are cleared to attend. 2017 8
Wyoming Governor Matthew H. Mead submitted a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on May 12, 2017, providing input on regulations for repeal, replacement, or modification in response to President Trump's Executive Order 13777, emphasizing the need for tailored regulations that support the state's economic drivers while ensuring environmental protection. 2017
ED_002061_00078570
Tate Bennett
19
The email from Alexandra Dunn to EPA officials Charles Munoz and Ryan Jackson discusses her interest in the Region 1 Regional Administrator position and highlights Administrator Pruitt's interest in ECOS' policy statement on compliance assistance, while also mentioning her progress on security clearance requirements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA's May 23, 2017, Federal Regulatory Alert discusses an upcoming CASAC meeting on sulfur oxides health criteria and a proposed consent decree in a Texas case requiring Vopak Terminal Deer Park Inc. to pay penalties and implement emission controls for environmental violations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The email correspondence between Kristina Moore and Samantha Dravis discusses the launch of the Coalition for Regulatory Innovation focused on regulatory reform, with a request for follow-up on related materials. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email correspondence between Brooke Hack of the American Forest & Paper Association and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses logistics and security details for a meeting scheduled on May 4, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is rescinding a Permanent Instruction Memorandum regarding the consideration of greenhouse gas emissions and climate change effects in NEPA reviews, following the withdrawal of CEQ guidance, and plans to issue clarified guidance to address challenges in quantifying indirect emissions. 2017 2