Public Lands, Wildlife, and Conservation

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The Forest Service's Joseph Gurrieri provided comments on the draft EO Review Plan related to groundwater management. 2017 FS2017FSWO057670577306859 6
The email from Scott Cameron of the Department of the Interior discusses the potential sharing of information regarding aquatic invasive species management and funding for watercraft inspection stations in the Columbia River Basin, highlighting recent funding allocations and the importance of monitoring efforts. 2017 2
The email from Charles Brittingham of the EPA requests a meeting with Administrator Pruitt on May 16th to discuss air quality challenges and funding issues with the South Coast Air Quality Management District. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA's July 6, 2017 Daily Environment Report discusses the Trump administration's proposed biofuels quotas favoring U.S. refiners, updates on climate policy in light of the Paris accord withdrawal, and Maryland's approval of $92 million in grants for Chesapeake Bay pollution reduction projects. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Dee Williams of the USGS discusses an invitation for David Houseknecht to deliver a keynote address at the United States-Canada Northern Oil and Gas Research Forum in Anchorage, focusing on recent geological discoveries and their implications for petroleum management in the region. 2017 4
The email exchange between Deidre Duncan and Aurelia Skipwith of the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses the lack of CLE credit for an upcoming event due to the absence of provided materials. 2017 1
The document is a letter from conservation leaders to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, expressing support for collaboration between the USDA and EPA to enhance economic and environmental outcomes through sustainable forest management and policies promoting the use of wood in construction and energy. 2017
ED_002061_00128401
Troy Lyons
2
The U.S. Department of the Interior, led by Secretary Zinke, announced $23.6 million in funding for water reclamation and reuse projects across seven states, aimed at enhancing water supply sustainability and drought resistance. 2017 4
The Forest Service is prioritizing reform proposals, including a new deliberative process, and is preparing a draft proposal to submit to the Office of Budget and Program Analysis by Monday. 2017 5
The email correspondence involves Nephi Cole, a Policy Advisor for the Wyoming Governor's Office, reaching out to Sarah Greenwalt from the EPA to offer his expertise on technical details related to watersheds and stream orders, following a discussion with a mutual acquaintance. 2017
ED_002061_00107936
Sarah Greenwalt
2
The State of Wisconsin, through Governor Scott Walker's Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, is requesting collaboration among federal agencies to streamline and harmonize overlapping wetlands regulations to benefit landowners and the agricultural sector. 2017
ED_002061_00064378
Tate Bennett
2
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is requesting the new EPA Administrator to reverse the Obama Administration's last-minute disapproval of Iowa's antidegradation water quality rules and is coordinating a meeting with Midwestern governors to discuss state-federal partnerships and renewable energy. 2017
ED_002061_00146572
Charles Munoz
4
The email from Danny Lopez discusses the logistics and participant lists for two upcoming meetings involving state leaders and EPA Administrator Pruitt, focusing on the WOTUS (Waters of the United States) discussion and related topics. 2017 2
The National Mining Association submitted comments to the EPA regarding regulations they believe should be repealed, replaced, or modified, citing concerns about job creation, outdated rules, and regulatory inconsistencies, in response to Executive Order 13777. 2017 HQ2017008402 53
The email from James Cason at the Department of the Interior discusses scheduling a meeting with Majel Russell of the InterTribal Buffalo Council to address funding proposals for buffalo herds across Indian Country. 2017 2
The email discusses preparations for an upcoming meeting in Australia involving the EPA, highlighting concerns about potential hostility from the Australian government towards the Trump Administration's policies, particularly regarding climate change. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, is facilitating discussions on potential solutions regarding wild burros in Arizona and is open to organizing dialogue opportunities with stakeholders. 2017 4
The EPA is facing legislative amendments from the House that would bar it from enforcing methane emission limits and considering the societal costs of carbon emissions in its regulations, as part of the fiscal year 2018 funding bill. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Bureau of Land Management is preparing a second report on SO 3349, specifically addressing Sections 5(c)(i), (ii), and (v), which is due to the ASLM on April 12, 2017, while the Solicitors are concurrently reviewing it. 2017 BLM201800412 10
The email from Danielle Quist to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the submission of LD2 lobbying disclosure forms for 2017, indicating an upcoming amendment that will remove her name from several topics related to lobbying activities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email from Hayley Ford of the EPA discusses scheduling a speaking time for Administrator Pruitt at an upcoming meeting, suggesting a timeframe of 10:10-10:20 AM due to his other commitments. 2017 7
The U.S. Department of the Interior, led by Secretary Ryan Zinke, announced a secretarial order aimed at improving sage-grouse conservation and enhancing collaboration between state and federal governments during a press call on June 7, 2017. 2017 7
The email discusses the Environmental Defense Center's victory against the Trump Administration regarding offshore fracking, highlighting the need to protect the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary from oil and gas development. 2017 5
Neal Kemkar from GE Corporate is coordinating a meeting with Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, to connect her with the executive director of the National Park Trust to discuss collaboration on preserving park land and engaging youth with parks. 2017 4
The document outlines a series of meetings and discussions planned for EPA Administrator Pruitt in Australia, focusing on environmental issues such as water rehabilitation, trash clean-up efforts in Sydney Harbour, and hydro-fracking, with participation from various public and private entities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting on September 13, 2017, with Mr. Don Baur from the Western Urban Water Coalition and Mr. Galen Schuler from Green Diamond to discuss Endangered Species Act issues. 2017 2
The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying agency actions that potentially burden domestic energy production, particularly in oil, natural gas, coal, and nuclear sectors, in response to Executive Order 13783, emphasizing a balanced approach to energy development and environmental protection. 2017 OS201700602 4
The American Iron and Steel Institute submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the evaluation of existing regulations and their impact on the steel industry's ability to operate and expand facilities. 2017
ED_002061_00119446
William Lovell
34
Scott Cameron from the Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting with Peter Carlson and representatives from the Oregon Water Resources Congress to discuss the Endangered Species Act and budget issues for FY18 related to the Bureau of Reclamation, USGS, and USFWS. 2017 2
The document is an email from Aurelia Skipwith at the Department of the Interior regarding updated invitations for two Conservation Banking meetings scheduled for December 1, 2017. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various legal and regulatory developments regarding coal ash disposal rules, permitting applications from Georgia and Oklahoma, and the implications of the Trump administration's review of vehicle greenhouse gas regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA's December 4, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert outlines updates on water management regulations in Florida, hazardous waste management amendments in Mississippi, and proposed air quality rules in Oregon. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The document is a draft work plan prepared by Geosyntec for the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10, outlining the pre-remedial design investigation studies for the Portland Harbor Superfund site. 2017
ED_002061_00116434
Albert Kelly
49
The email discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's announcement of Pete Lopez's appointment as the Regional Administrator for Region 2, overseeing environmental protection in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 2017
ED_002061_00011258
Michael Abboud
4
The email correspondence between Andria Weeks and Mary Beth Lepore discusses the status of reform proposals for the Forest Service, indicating that no decisions have been made yet and that feedback from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is expected soon. 2017 FSWO201706591 2
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service canceled a scheduled team check-in meeting regarding SO 3349, which was intended to review mitigation and climate policies, as well as updates on oil and gas reviews related to energy actions. 2017 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various environmental news topics, including recommendations for leveraging chemical exposure data, the status of greenhouse gas regulations for the truck and trailer industry, potential revisions to national monuments by President Trump, and California's use of Volkswagen penalties to fund a new emissions lab. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The National Park Service confirmed that Aurelia Skipwith is cleared to attend the Environmental Law & Policy Conference on November 30, 2017, following the completion of the ethics approval process. 2017 10
The National Marine Fisheries Service and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers urged the Ninth Circuit to overturn a lower court ruling that mandated increased water spill at dams on the Columbia and Snake rivers to protect threatened salmon and steelhead, arguing it imposed unnecessary operational changes and economic harm. 2017 OS201700602 3
The email from Heather Swift of the Department of the Interior discusses changes to a report, specifically updating the coal moratorium date from 2015 to 2016 and requesting the inclusion of a section on the Endangered Species Act. 2017 OS201700602 1
The email from Jim Massie to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses an upcoming meeting with Siemens executives to explore their interests in energy and environmental policies, particularly regarding infrastructure development and the impact of EPA regulations on their business. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 20
Aurelia Skipwith from the U.S. Department of the Interior sent an email to Jeff at PETA providing a presentation on the Wild Horses and Burros Program following a roundtable discussion. 2017 1
The document consists of letters from U.S. Senators Dean Heller and James Risch expressing their strong support for Layne Bangerter's nomination as Under Secretary of Agriculture for Natural Resources and Environment, highlighting his experience and commitment to addressing key issues in the West. 2017
ED_002061_00035796
Layne Bangerter
4
The American Chemistry Council submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency supporting the proposed rule to delay the effective date of the Risk Management Program regulations under the Clean Air Act until February 19, 2019. 2017
ED_002061_00090550
Patrick Davis
6
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced innovative research projects aimed at addressing environmental and human health issues in 14 states, emphasizing partnerships with state agencies and the use of scientific approaches to tackle problems like nitrogen pollution and volatile organic compound emissions. 2017
ED_002061_00076789
Tate Bennett
4
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Jane Alonso of NAFO discusses scheduling a speaking engagement for Administrator Pruitt with NAFO's Board of Directors, emphasizing the need to finalize a date and time for the meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, informs Bill Legier that he will soon receive an official letter regarding the signed appeal decision for the rooftop addition at The Academy, 820 Dauphine Street, New Orleans. 2017 5
The Department of the Interior issued Order No. 3349 to implement a review of agency actions in response to a 2017 Executive Order aimed at promoting energy independence and economic growth by identifying and revising regulations that hinder the development of domestic energy resources. 2017 BLM201800412 5
The document is a draft Statement of Work (SOW) from the EPA outlining procedures for pre-Remedial Design investigation and baseline sampling at the Portland Harbor Superfund Site in Oregon, intended for settlement negotiation purposes related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
ED_002061_00116501
1 Tier
22
The Bureau of Land Management's Shelley McGinnis circulated a memo regarding venting and flaring, as requested by Tim Spisak, and followed up for the final version of the document. 2017 BLM201800412 4
The email from James Cason of the Department of the Interior discusses scheduling a meeting to discuss the Blue Creek project in California, which involves a $10 million allocation in the FY17 budget to support the Yurok Tribe's homeland creation efforts. 2017 2
The Forest Service is discussing the OMB Guidance on Executive Order 13783, which focuses on regulatory burdens affecting domestic energy production, as indicated in an email exchange between agency officials. 2017 FS2017FSWO04297 6
The email discusses the EPA's plans to fundamentally alter the benefits associated with the Clean Power Plan as part of a proposal to rescind the Obama-era emissions reduction rule, which could significantly weaken the legal justification for the regulation under Administrator Scott Pruitt's leadership. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Capital Trail Vehicle Association (CTVA) submitted comments to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on July 8, 2017, suggesting improvements to the BLM planning process to enhance recreational opportunities for motorized recreationists on public lands. 2017 BLM201700947 9
The email from Warren S. Payne to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests assistance in arranging a meeting to discuss updating the definition of hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, in response to concerns raised by Congress regarding the impact on recycling precious metals. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from James Cason of the Department of the Interior discusses scheduling a meeting regarding the Atlantic Coast Pipeline project, which is facing regulatory issues with the National Park Service and Fish and Wildlife Service, and is prioritized by the new White House infrastructure team for action. 2017 2
The Forest Service is finalizing edits to the Agency Reform Plan based on feedback from the USDA, with a deadline for input by close of business. 2017 2
The email from Tom Stricker of Toyota to Hayley Ford at the EPA discusses the logistics and attendees for a vehicle demonstration event featuring the Lexus LC500 and Toyota Mirai, scheduled for November 21, 2017, including security arrangements and a timeline for the event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Bureau of Land Management is coordinating feedback on talking points for Secretarial Orders, with Lesli Ellis-Wouters requesting input from colleagues by the end of the day. 2017 BLM201800412 11
The email correspondence between Scott Cameron of the Department of the Interior and David Reynolds discusses the potential public release of biological opinions (BiOps) related to water management, expected to occur on the following Monday. 2017 4
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses key highlights from the Environment & Energy Report, focusing on U.S. priorities at the Bonn climate talks, the appointment of Bill Wehrum to advance EPA rollbacks, and the Trump administration's request for a court extension on pesticide assessments affecting endangered species. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 16
The email exchange among EPA officials discusses the ethics of Scott Pruitt's participation in the upcoming Earth Day Texas event, highlighting the event's growth and significance in promoting environmental issues. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The Forest Service is coordinating on an Agency Reform and Restructure plan due to the Department by July 12, 2017, as discussed in emails among staff members. 2017 FSWO201706593 4
The email discusses concerns from GOP senators regarding unfilled vacancies in energy and environmental positions within the Trump administration, highlighting the need for expedited nominations and the EPA's reconsideration of coal ash regulation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The Kansas Office of the Governor, led by Sam Brownback, submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers regarding concerns over the 2015 Clean Water Rule and advocated for a definition of "Waters of the United States" that aligns with Justice Scalia's interpretation from the Rapanos v. United States case. 2017
ED_002061_00078239
Tate Bennett
4
The EPA's Ryan Jackson shared a Bloomberg BNA report detailing a successful effort by a coalition of climate-friendly House Republicans and Democrats to retain climate change language in the fiscal year 2018 Defense Department spending bill, which recognizes climate change as a national security threat. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email discusses Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's order to review sage grouse conservation plans across 11 Western states, which is seen as a potential threat to existing protections in favor of oil and gas development, amidst contrasting opinions from former officials and conservationists. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email discusses the upcoming House consideration of H.R. 3905, the Minnesota's Economic Rights in the Superior National Forest Act (MINER Act), which aims to require Congressional approval for mineral withdrawals in Minnesota and renews previously denied mineral leases while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. 2017
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13 Tier
6
The American Water Works Association is co-sponsoring a webinar on January 11, 2018, focused on source water protection efforts using U.S. Department of Agriculture resources, aimed at fostering partnerships with the agricultural community. 2017
ED_002061_00097406
Lee Forsgren
1
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is coordinating a response to address burdensome actions related to conservation policies, with a deadline for feedback set for the following Wednesday. 2017 2
The email discusses the U.S. government's negotiations at the G-20 summit regarding climate change language, highlighting a potential compromise that allows the U.S. to withdraw from the Paris Agreement while other nations reaffirm their support for it, as reported by POLITICO. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The Forest Service is coordinating the submission of six Agency Reform Proposals as part of a restructuring plan due to the Department by July 12, 2017. 2017 18
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality submitted a 2017 amendment to the State Expenditure Plan under the Oil Spill Impact Component of the RESTORE Act, detailing compliance certifications, public participation, financial integrity, and project activities. 2017
ED_002061_00175957
Kenneth Wagner
53
The U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking White House review for a draft press release and op-ed regarding its Energy Burdens Report, which outlines actions that may hinder domestic energy production in alignment with Executive Order 13783. 2017 OS201700602 7
Oklahoma lawmakers are considering a bill to allow private hunters to shoot wild hogs from helicopters, expanding existing regulations that currently only permit state contractors to do so for population control. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is revising its report on Executive Order 13783 in response to comments from leadership, with a deadline for submission by the end of the day. 2017 2
The email from Chuck Leavell to Millan Hupp discusses Administrator Pruitt's visit to Georgia, expresses support for some regulatory rollbacks while emphasizing the need for environmental protections, and raises concerns about Canadian companies monopolizing sawmill operations in the Southeast, which affects timber pricing. 2017 3
The email from Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses the U.S. stance on climate change at the G-7 talks, highlighting the U.S. refusal to join climate-related commitments in the final communique, while noting the participation of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Assistant Administrator Jane Nishida. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of Interior, is coordinating meetings with conservation corps representatives to discuss partnership projects. 2017 7
The email from James Cason of the Department of the Interior discusses scheduling a meeting regarding the Atlantic Coast Pipeline project, which is facing regulatory issues with the National Park Service and Fish and Wildlife Service, and is prioritized by the new White House infrastructure team for action. 2017 2
The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) testified before the U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee, emphasizing the need for streamlined regulations to enhance oil and natural gas production on federal lands, which is crucial for economic growth and energy security. 2017
ED_002061_00009651
Michael Abboud
2
The Bureau of Land Management is responding to Secretary's Order 3349 by proposing to rescind a hydraulic fracturing rule and reviewing another rule related to waste prevention and resource conservation, as directed by the Department of the Interior to align with the President's Executive Order promoting energy independence. 2017 OS201700602 22
The email from Owen McDonough of the National Association of Home Builders discusses a BNA article regarding states' interest in assuming authority for section 404 dredge-and-fill permits under the Clean Water Act, highlighting ongoing confusion and the need for EPA guidance on the matter. 2017
ED_002061_00064056
Tate Bennett
4
The email from Patrick K. Stevens of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources thanks Kenneth Wagner for a meeting and provides follow-up documents related to environmental regulations and tribal authority under the Clean Water Act. 2017
ED_002061_00173712
Kenneth Wagner
1
The email from Cheryl Woodward at the EPA provides logistical details for a meeting with the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) scheduled for May 4, 2017, including directions to the EPA building and security procedures. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email from the EPA discusses a POLITICO Influence article highlighting recent lobbying activities, including Albert J. Pirro Jr. representing the Greater New York Hospital Association on Medicare regulations and Meguire Whitney hiring a former aide to Rep. Dave Trott for infrastructure issues. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying regulations that potentially burden domestic energy production, as part of the Trump Administration's initiative to promote energy dominance in response to Executive Order 13783. 2017 OS201700602 4
The document outlines the schedule and meetings of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for the week of September 4-10, 2017, including various briefings and appointments related to agency operations and policy discussions. 2017 2
Myron Ebell of the Competitive Enterprise Institute discusses the upcoming Cooler Heads Coalition meeting and highlights the inclusion of oil and gas exploration in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as a significant outcome of the recent tax bill, reflecting on the long-standing debate over drilling in the area and the current political climate under the Trump Administration. 2017
ED_002061_00059058
Tate Bennett
1
The document is an Energy and Climate Report from the EPA discussing various topics including biofuels, solar import tariffs, Hurricane Harvey recovery, and U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry's support for coal and nuclear energy, along with additional loan guarantees for Southern Co.'s nuclear project. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Cement Kiln Recycling Coalition submitted comments to the US Department of Commerce regarding the impact of federal regulations on domestic manufacturing, specifically addressing permitting requirements and regulatory burdens affecting the cement industry. 2017
ED_002061_00118900
William Lovell
19
The email correspondence between Karen C. Bennett and Todd Willens of the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses a meeting regarding the implementation of the National Historic Preservation Act and expresses appreciation for the participation of Aurelia Skipwith. 2017 2
The email discusses the EPA's efforts to assist farmers in complying with new regulations on reporting hazardous air emissions from animal waste, while also highlighting Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's plans to streamline energy development regulations on federal lands. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ann E. Goode of the Forest Service discusses the submission of comments from the Office of Risk Management and Safety (ORMS) regarding a developing plan, with an attached document for review. 2017 FS2017FSWO04301 1
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing revisions to a report on Section 5(c) of Secretarial Order 3349, with a deadline for feedback set for noon the following day. 2017 OS201700602 1
The U.S. Department of the Interior issued Order No. 3349 to implement a review of agency actions related to energy independence and climate change mitigation, following an Executive Order from the President aimed at promoting energy independence and economic growth. 2017 BLM201800412 6
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is coordinating a response to a request from the Office of Surface Mining (OSM) regarding procedural guidance on Section 2 of Executive Order 13783, which mandates a review of regulations affecting domestic energy production. 2017 OS201700602 5
The email from John Carter to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) discusses the need for scientific management of public lands, criticizing local management practices that harm watersheds and wildlife habitats, and offers to provide scientific input for the BLM's planning and environmental review streamlining efforts. 2017 BLM201700947 1
The email discusses climate change discussions at the U.N. General Assembly, President Trump's stance on the Paris Agreement, and a forthcoming climate conference in Chicago, while also mentioning the Senate Energy panel's consideration of nominees from FERC, DOE, and Interior. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The document outlines a meeting scheduled between Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on October 12, 2017, to discuss the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule, with various stakeholders from agriculture and environmental organizations in attendance. 2017 3