Public Lands, Wildlife, and Conservation

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Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, expresses her appreciation for meeting McKie Campbell and looks forward to discussing how she can assist him regarding Alaska-related documents shared with Secretary Zinke. 2017 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA invites recipients to an ocean conservation event hosted by National Geographic featuring discussions on ocean conservation issues. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence involves Lyda Creus Molanphy from the Large Public Power Council coordinating with EPA officials, including Michelle Hale and Forrest McMurray, regarding logistics and details for an upcoming speech that requires an EPA flag. 2017
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2 Tier
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report highlighting a National Academies study that warns the EPA may overlook health risks from low doses of hormonally-active chemicals unless it adopts specific testing protocols. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Jane Alonso discusses scheduling a meeting for the North American Fisheries Organization (NAFO) on April 5, 2017, with proposed times and locations for the meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email exchange between Gale Norton and James Cason discusses preparations for Cason's upcoming address at the Colorado Oil and Gas Association Energy Summit, including a proposed breakfast meeting to review questions and topics related to regulatory reform and oil and gas initiatives under the Trump administration. 2017 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the appointment of Jim Guliiford as the new Region 7 Administrator, overseeing environmental protection efforts in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Bureau of Land Management is finalizing a revised memo regarding Secretary's Order 3349, specifically addressing Sections 5(c)(i), (ii), and (v), and is coordinating the review and signature process among agency officials. 2017 OS201700602 7
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt is planning to use a legal argument to exempt coal-fired power plants from further carbon dioxide regulations under the Clean Air Act, citing an existing mercury emissions regulation, amidst anticipated opposition from environmental groups. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The Forest Service is coordinating edits to a Reform Plan based on departmental feedback, with Andria Weeks requesting updates from her colleagues to compile a final version. 2017 FSWO201706591 3
The email from Aurelia Skipwith of the U.S. Department of the Interior invites participants to a Bold Strategies meeting scheduled for September 20, 2017, to discuss coordination with the National Park Service and related issues. 2017 3
The U.S. Department of the Interior is compiling a comprehensive reference document of mitigation policies across various bureaus, with Michaela Noble from OEPC designated to unify the information, aiming for completion within a week. 2017 4
The Department of the Interior released a report identifying agency actions that potentially burden domestic energy development, particularly in oil, natural gas, coal, and nuclear sectors, in response to Executive Order 13783, emphasizing the need for a balance between energy resource development and environmental protection. 2017 OS201700602 4
The EPA is involved in a legal dispute where Michigan's Department of Environmental Quality is suing the Flint City Council to compel them to enter a long-term water purchase agreement with the Great Lakes Water Authority, following an EPA order related to water safety requirements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 20
The National Alliance of Forest Owners (NAFO) is hosting its tenth annual Capitol Hill reception on April 4, 2017, to celebrate the contributions of private working forests to the economy and environment, with Senators Angus King and Jim Risch as honorary hosts. 2017
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Layne Bangerter
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The Governors' Coalition, led by Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts, is requesting a follow-up call with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to discuss progress on regulatory reforms beneficial to agricultural communities. 2017
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Tate Bennett
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The email exchange between Scott Cameron, a Special Assistant at the Department of the Interior, and Eric Swedlund discusses the potential reorganization of the Department under Secretary Ryan Zinke, with a focus on public lands and water issues, although Cameron indicates he has no details on the reorganization. 2017 3
The Western Caucus Foundation is hosting its annual winter policy meeting in Las Vegas on December 8th and 9th, 2017, to discuss 2018 priorities with members of the Senate and Congressional Western Caucuses, featuring roundtables and a Public Lands Summit. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the political landscape following recent state elections, the upcoming UN climate conference where state officials will highlight their climate policies, and ongoing legal matters regarding the Bureau of Land Management's coal leasing practices and the potential health impacts of a Trump administration energy plan. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the upcoming release of the Energy Burdens Report by the U.S. Department of the Interior, with input from various agencies, and mentions the need for formatting adjustments before the launch. 2017 OS201700602 8
The email exchange between Layne Bangerter of the EPA and Dave Tenny of the National Alliance of Forest Owners discusses confirming a meeting at the EPA's North Building and coordinating security details for the visit. 2017
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Layne Bangerter
2
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Secretary Zinke expressed support for President Trump's nomination of Doug Domenech as Assistant Secretary for Insular Areas, highlighting his qualifications and the importance of addressing the unique challenges faced by insular communities. 2017 4
The email discusses President Trump's decision to side with Democrats on a plan to lift the debt ceiling and fund the government for three months, which contradicts the wishes of Republican leaders in Congress. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is preparing talking points for an interview regarding the Alaska 1002 Area, focusing on its management history and nuances, as discussed in communications among officials from the Department of the Interior. 2017 3
The email correspondence involves the National Park Service discussing the BW tunnel project and the need for additional information from the Office of Valuation Services, while also mentioning the SCMAGLEV proposal and its environmental impact statement. 2017 1
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a POLITICO article discussing the House's approval of a controversial California drought measure aimed at increasing water supplies for agriculture, which faces significant opposition in the Senate. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Washington State Department of Ecology has denied the Section 401 Water Quality Certification for the Millennium Bulk Terminals coal export terminal project near Longview, citing specific considerations in their decision. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
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The Department of the Interior announced the hiring of 19 new individuals for key positions to support operations during the Trump administration, as communicated in a press release forwarded by Acting Assistant Secretary Scott Cameron. 2017 12
The Department of the Interior directed the ASLM, ASWS, and USGS to submit a joint plan within 30 days for updating oil and natural gas resource assessments of Alaska's North Slope, emphasizing federal lands and new geological data. 2017 1
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is coordinating with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums to establish a permitting strategy for polar bears held in AZA facilities to create a "research population" for studies that cannot be conducted on wild bears. 2017 8
The EPA is preparing to officially replace the Obama-era Clean Power Plan with a less comprehensive approach under the Trump administration, which may focus on improving the efficiency of power plants rather than enforcing significant changes to the energy mix. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The EPA, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, announced on June 15, 2017, its intention to seek legislative fixes to environmental laws instead of pursuing regulations, aiming to reduce litigation and provide certainty to companies regarding environmental compliance. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, expresses her eagerness to connect and collaborate with Connie Parker from Pure Fishing following an introduction by Nick Wiley from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. 2017 5
The Forest Service is coordinating the submission of additional documents, including proposals for reform and restructure, for the agency's FY 2019 budget request, as discussed among staff members. 2017 FSWO201706593 10
The email from Alice Perry details the schedule and attendees for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit to Mississippi on October 12, 2017, including a discussion on the Waters of the US rule. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email from Bill Hammerich to EPA officials discusses a revised itinerary for a ranch tour on August 3, 2017, aimed at engaging agricultural stakeholders and addressing past concerns regarding the EPA's impact on agriculture. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA report discussing a federal court ruling that could impede coal, oil, and gas projects nationwide, highlighting its implications for decisions made by the Bureau of Land Management. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email correspondence involves the Mississippi Governor's Office and the EPA coordinating attendance for a lunch meeting and a farm visit, with Alice Perry indicating she will send updated lists for the events. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email discusses the U.S. Interior Department's plans to offer significant onshore and offshore drilling acreage as part of the Trump administration's "energy dominance" agenda, while highlighting concerns about low oil prices potentially deterring companies from purchasing the leases. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 30
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report on the Trump administration's consideration of merging two agencies responsible for offshore drilling safety and leasing, reversing a key recommendation made after the 2010 Gulf oil spill. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from September 5, 2017, discusses various environmental topics including the nomination of individuals to key positions in the Trump administration, potential delays in the confirmation of the EPA's Office of Water leader, and reviews of environmental policies in response to recent flooding events. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Andria Weeks of the Forest Service discusses a follow-up on the FY 2019 Agency Reform Proposals, providing additional information and requesting a change to the proposal entry related to the Deliberative Process Privilege. 2017 4
The email from Marc Himmelstein introduces Aurelia Skipwith, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks, to Ann Klee, highlighting Aurelia's new responsibilities related to the Hudson Bay cleanup. 2017 1
The email exchange between Scott Cameron of the Department of the Interior and Douglas Bourgeois from Deloitte discusses scheduling a meeting to share insights on priorities and initiatives related to the Department's strategy and planning, particularly in areas like regulatory reform and improving citizen experiences in public lands. 2017 2
The email exchange between Heather Saucier and David Houseknecht discusses the timeline for decisions regarding the opening of parts of the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPRA) and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) following an announcement from the Department of the Interior. 2017 1
The U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating attendance for the National Wild Horse and Burro Management Summit, with Aurelia Skipwith and Kate MacGregor confirmed to attend in place of Tim Williams. 2017 3
The Environmental Council of the States held a STEP Meeting in July 2017 to discuss the future of environmental laws and regulations in light of political changes, focusing on cooperative federalism and inviting diverse stakeholders to contribute their perspectives. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
3
The American Exploration & Mining Association applauds the EPA's final CERCLA 108(b) rule for hardrock mining, which concludes that no additional financial assurance is necessary, recognizing the effectiveness of existing federal and state programs. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Brooke Hack from the American Forest & Paper Association discusses logistical details for a meeting scheduled on May 4, 2017, including location and security clearance requirements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, expresses her pleasure in meeting Jared McJunkin and looks forward to future collaborations. 2017 2
The email from Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, acknowledges receipt of a final letter from the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership's Policy Council regarding mitigation and energy burdens in response to Executive Order 13873 and Secretarial Order 3349. 2017 OS201700602 2
The U.S. Department of the Interior released the "Review of the Department of the Interior Actions that Potentially Burden Domestic Energy" report, outlining the Trump Administration's approach to achieving energy dominance in response to Executive Order 13783. 2017 OS201700602 48
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various energy and climate topics, including President Trump's support for biofuels, a paused climate lawsuit by youth, legal risks associated with climate change, an environmental group's lawsuit over coal leasing secrecy, California's carbon trading program, and a federal court's upholding of New York's nuclear subsidies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Aurelia Skipwith of the Department of the Interior is an invitation for a meeting with Paula Timmons scheduled for November 29, 2017, regarding discussions related to fish and wildlife and parks. 2017 3
The EPA is facing scrutiny from a federal appeals court regarding its decision not to impose stricter carbon monoxide emissions limits for large industrial boilers, as highlighted in the September 18, 2017 Daily Environment Report. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The Forest Service's Wilderness and Wild & Scenic Rivers directorate discussed their potential exclusion from the review team for Executive Order 032818 on promoting energy independence, citing legal mandates that may exempt them from participation while offering to remain available for consultation. 2017 FS2017FSWO04301 8
The George Washington University Environmental and Energy Management Institute, in collaboration with the Environmental Law Institute, is hosting a workshop on October 24, 2017, to discuss innovative strategies for managing natural resource risks and opportunities in light of regulatory reforms and the Trump Administration's policies. 2017
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Albert Kelly
1
The email discusses the ongoing negotiations between the Trump administration and Midwestern senators regarding the EPA's stance on biofuels, highlighting Senator Joni Ernst's demand for public commitments from the administration to support the renewable energy industry. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is coordinating the printing and distribution of a spreadsheet submission related to Section 2 of Executive Order 13783, which pertains to oil and gas management. 2017 OS201700602 10
The email from Matthew R. Kunkel at the White House facilitates a meeting between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Ryan Rhodes from the Forest Resources Association regarding an upcoming EPA event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses the U.S. delegation's participation in the COP23 climate talks in Bonn, Germany, highlighting the leadership change due to a family emergency and the ongoing negotiations regarding the Paris climate agreement under the Trump administration, as reported by POLITICO. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA is proposing a revision to California's State Implementation Plan to establish a photochemical assessment monitoring system in six ozone nonattainment areas and has granted petitions from the Sierra Club objecting to Clean Air Act permits for Duke Energy in North Carolina. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The Forest Service is preparing a Draft Review Plan for Section 2(c) of the Executive Order on Promoting Energy Independence and Economic Growth, which is due to the Director of OMB by May 13, 2017, and seeks input from various agency divisions. 2017 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The American Petroleum Institute (API) requested the Secretary of the Interior, Ryan Zinke, to instruct the Bureau of Land Management to postpone compliance dates for the "Waste Prevention, Production Subject to Royalties, and Resource Conservation" rule by two years to support domestic oil and gas production. 2017 2
The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying agency actions that potentially burden the development of domestic energy resources, in response to Executive Order 13783, highlighting the need to balance economic growth and environmental protection. 2017 OS201700602 10
The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) coordinating a meeting with the North American Forest Organization (NAFO), discussing logistics and scheduling options for the meeting on April 5 and 6, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA issued an interim final rule and a proposed rule on June 1, 2017, to amend regulations regarding the Arizona State Implementation Plan (SIP) for new source review, deferring sanctions related to preconstruction permit requirements for major stationary sources and addressing deficiencies identified in a previous rule. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email from Michael Giannotto to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses quarterly lobbying reports filed by Giannotto on behalf of Newmont Mining Corporation, detailing his assistance with various environmental regulations and legislative matters related to mining. 2017 HQ2017008402 25
The Bureau of Land Management, under the Department of the Interior, is responding to Secretary's Order 3349 by proposing to rescind the hydraulic fracturing rule and reviewing the waste prevention rule for consistency with the President's energy independence policy. 2017 BLM201800412 5
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) discusses a recent meeting with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) regarding collaboration on Department of the Interior priorities, specifically focusing on energy, minerals, and conservation initiatives. 2017 BLM201800412 2
The Utility Solid Waste Activities Group (USWAG) is requesting a meeting with the EPA's Senior Counsel to discuss regulatory reform and burden reduction related to polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) disposal regulations, in alignment with Executive Order 13777 and the EPA's Smart Sector Initiative. 2017
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William Lovell
36
The U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting on November 8, 2017, between Deputy Assistant Secretary Aurelia Skipwith and Jack Ferguson to discuss a potential land exchange involving a parcel of vacant park land near Fort Foote Park in Maryland. 2017 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received a meeting request from Chris Wood, President and CEO of Trout Unlimited, to discuss strengthening their partnership and collaboration on environmental initiatives with Administrator E. Scott Pruitt. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the release of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's early schedules, highlighting his meetings with industry leaders and minimal engagement with environmentalists, as well as his involvement in discussions around climate policy and regulatory reform. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 24
The email exchange between USGS officials discusses the preparation of a one-page summary on North Slope energy assessments and outlines the financial obligations for related projects in fiscal years 2017, 2018, and 2019, as part of a report for the Secretary of the Interior. 2017 75
Aurelia Skipwith from the U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting with Sam Shellenberger from the Department of Labor's Veterans Employment and Training Service to discuss a DOI initiative. 2017 3
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is coordinating an action plan regarding SO 3349, which revokes a previous mitigation directive, and is preparing a draft response for a briefing with the Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks. 2017 5
The email from Paul Schlegel to Samantha Dravis and Brittany Bolen at the EPA discusses a joint submission of comments from various agricultural organizations regarding regulations, with a request to meet and emphasize the importance of these issues for producers. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The EPA's EHS State Regulatory Alert from August 2, 2017, discusses California's denial of a petition regarding workers' compensation regulations and announces a final rule amending NOx emissions regulations by the South Coast Air Quality Management District. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Thomas Irwin at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discusses an overview presentation on the agency's operations and priorities, including a focus on migratory bird conservation and the impact of new administration policies. 2017 12
The email correspondence between Rita Hite of the American Forest Foundation and Sarah Greenwalt of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses a follow-up on an EPA procurement issue related to a Tree Farm visit, with Hite providing a background paper for further consideration by the Office of Policy. 2017
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Sarah Greenwalt
1
The EPA, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, announced plans to seek legislative fixes to environmental laws instead of pursuing regulations, aiming to reduce litigation and provide certainty to companies regarding environmental compliance. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The EPA issued a notice regarding the submission of continuing information collection requests to the OMB for the Consolidated Air Rule and NSPS standards related to synthetic organic chemical manufacturing and petroleum refineries, with comments due by July 27, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses logistical details for a meeting with the Administrator, including directions and security procedures for attendees, specifically addressing a question from Chip Murray of NAFO. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting a lawsuit against Duke Energy for allegedly operating an illegal open dump at its Roxboro, N.C. facility, which is claimed to be polluting groundwater and nearby Hyco Lake. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from Ned Sullivan to EPA officials discusses concerns regarding the Five-Year Review of the Hudson River Superfund Site, urging that the conclusion of "protective" be reconsidered in favor of "not protective" or "protectiveness cannot be determined," and suggests forming a multi-agency group to reach consensus on the cleanup's effectiveness. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Melinda Kassen of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership invites Ryan Nichols of the Department of the Interior to a meeting on March 3, 2017, to discuss the impacts of various water management programs on habitat and flows in the Colorado River and the West. 2017 1
The EPA issued a final rule approving revisions to the Alaska SIP for the 2008 lead NAAQS infrastructure requirements and announced the withdrawal of a deadline extension for initial area designations for the 2015 ozone NAAQS, reaffirming the original deadline of October 1, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report highlighting methane emissions in the Four Corners area, emphasizing the impact of the Bureau of Land Management's 2016 Methane and Waste Prevention Rule on oil and gas operations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's updates on state actions to assist Puerto Rico's recovery from Hurricane Maria, including an Emergency Order to waive occupational license fees for affected residents and military and law enforcement support efforts. 2017
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Michael Abboud
6
The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses the agency's enforcement responsibilities under the Safe Drinking Water Act, highlighting the collaboration with states and the prioritization of public water systems for enforcement actions. 2017
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13 Tier
4
The email from Todd Wynn discusses the release of the Department of the Interior's "Energy Burdens Report," which outlines actions that may hinder domestic energy production, in response to Executive Order 13783. 2017 OS201700602 49
The Department of the Interior directed the ASLM, ASWS, and USGS to submit a joint plan within 30 days for updating oil and natural gas resource assessments in Alaska's North Slope, emphasizing federal lands and new geological data. 2017 1
The document is a confidential Statement of Work (SOW) from the EPA detailing the procedures and requirements for conducting a pre-remedial design investigation and baseline sampling at the Portland Harbor Superfund Site as part of the settlement negotiations in the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Albert Kelly
19
The email discusses the EPA's announcement to begin the process of rescinding the Clean Power Plan under the Trump administration, highlighting concerns about the lack of communication with state officials and environmental advocates regarding the proposal. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The EPA's Daily Environment Report for July 19, 2017, discusses various environmental issues including a bill delaying ozone standards, a court ruling requiring the EPA to revisit toxic air pollution standards, and international agreements on air pollution. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The email discusses the upcoming budget defense hearings for Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke and Energy Secretary Rick Perry before Congress, highlighting proposed significant budget cuts and anticipated scrutiny regarding their departments' priorities and policies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from the EPA discusses rescheduling a meeting with the Montana Stock Growers Association to discuss water and endangered species issues relevant to ranching, originally set for March 29. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The Forest Service is coordinating a response to the Executive Order on Promoting Energy Independence and Economic Growth, specifically clarifying that hydropower is not included in their review process. 2017 FS2017FSWO057670577306859 6
The document is an email invitation from Aurelia Skipwith at the Department of the Interior for a meeting titled "Millenium" scheduled on December 6, 2017, from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM Eastern Time, involving attendees from the National Park Service and other agencies. 2017 2