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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various legal and regulatory developments, including a federal appeals court ruling on the Clean Water Act, the denial of a stay on the Trump EPA's delay of an accident prevention program, and the agency's expansion of emergency fuel waivers in response to Hurricane Harvey.
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The USDA is discussing the approval of BTR Energy's application under the Renewable Fuel Standard's "electric pathway" to enable small animal farms to generate and sell Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs), with the support of several Congress members and a request to adjust the 2018 renewable volume obligations.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various topics including bipartisan efforts to fund brownfields legislation, criticism of Senate spending cuts affecting EPA enforcement, a lawsuit by the Center for Biological Diversity regarding Administrator Pruitt's directive on "sue-and-settle" agreements, and preliminary discussions among House Republicans about limiting the Clean Water Act's jurisdiction.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from the EPA discusses a background briefing on Scott Pruitt, highlighting his rise to power within the Trump administration and his agenda to dismantle various environmental regulations.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document is an internal calendar invitation from the EPA detailing scheduled meetings and events for Administrator Scott Pruitt, including a Senior Staff Huddle and multiple Meet and Greet sessions, with instructions not to forward the invitation.
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The EPA, under Administrator Pruitt, is actively coordinating emergency response efforts in Texas following Hurricane Harvey, including deploying personnel and resources to assist with water sampling and restoration of drinking water and wastewater services.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00026819
13 Tier
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The email from Cheryl Woodward at the EPA provides logistical details for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt scheduled for March 29, 2017, including directions and security procedures for attendees from the National Association of Home Builders.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from September 14, 2017, highlights congressional actions to bar methane regulations and delay wastewater rule enforcement, along with updates on biotechnology and climate change initiatives in the EU.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence involves Sarah Helton from Michael Best Strategies coordinating with Lee Forsgren of the EPA regarding his participation in The Water Council's water policy event scheduled for September 6, 2017.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00094631
Lee Forsgren
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3 |
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The document is an initial opening brief filed by Aimco Michigan Meadows Holdings, LLC and Genuine Parts Company in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, challenging a decision made by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00087093
Byron Brown
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The document is a calendar overview for Brittany Bolen of the EPA, detailing her schedule and meetings from March 27 to March 31, 2017, including preparations for a Small Business Advocacy Review Panel meeting and an Energy Independence Executive Order signing ceremony.
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The EPA is proposing a new rule to add an applicability date to the 2015 "waters of the United States" rule, allowing it to take effect two years after finalization, while also reviewing public comments on a separate proposal to rescind the Clean Water Rule.
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ED_002061_00022693
13 Tier
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the implications of a CBO report predicting that 23 million more people would be uninsured under the House-passed Obamacare repeal, which could hinder Senate Republicans' efforts to pass their own healthcare bill.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the influx of requests from various industries to reconsider and rescind Obama-era environmental regulations, highlighting the challenges faced by the agency under Administrator Scott Pruitt amidst a lack of political appointees.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document outlines the agenda for a meeting held by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on August 24, 2017, focusing on agency priorities, cooperative federalism, and discussions on various environmental topics including safe drinking water and Superfund initiatives.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00172021
Bill Wehrum
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The email correspondence involves Amy Harder, an energy reporter, reaching out to Ryan Jackson of the EPA regarding potential discussions on President Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement, while also including a request from the Southeastern Pennsylvania Nutrient Coalition for a peer review of an EPA report on nutrient reduction requirements.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from August 28, 2017, discusses air pollution regulations affecting Texas coal plants, potential changes in biofuel blending requirements for small oil refineries, and ongoing scientific studies related to coal mining and health, while also noting various environmental events and topics for the week.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document discusses the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) alleged attempts to downplay its responsibility for the 2015 Gold King Mine disaster, which resulted in a significant toxic spill into the Animas River, and criticizes the agency's handling of the incident under the new administration of Scott Pruitt.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the latest issue of Inside EPA, highlighting key stories including the DOJ's efforts for broad appellate review of Clean Water Act rules, Administrator Scott Pruitt's plans to reshape the EPA's deregulatory agenda, potential legal challenges to early TSCA rules, and Susan Bodine's support for maintaining the centralized Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence among EPA officials discusses a petition for reconsideration regarding compliance deadlines for water pollution regulations affecting coal-fired power plants, highlighting the need for a stay on these deadlines.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC submitted comments to the EPA regarding the "Evaluation of Existing Regulations," emphasizing the economic significance of the phosphate industry in Florida and its contribution to local employment and economic activity.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00119201
William Lovell
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7 |
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The EPA is promoting a training workshop on the use of blockchain technology in government, scheduled for November 29, 2017, featuring speakers from NIST and the GSA to educate executives, managers, and staff on its potential applications.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the preferred media outlets for an upcoming event, expressing a desire to limit attendance to specific reporters while confirming attendance from certain credentialed outlets.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Associated General Contractors of America submitted comments to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the evaluation of existing regulations in accordance with Executive Order 13777, emphasizing their expertise in construction and procurement regulations.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00087225
Byron Brown
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32 |
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The email from Robert Daguillard of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses providing information to a writer seeking comments on a TSCA Section 21 petition regarding fluoride chemicals in drinking water, suggesting resources from the CDC and EPA websites.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00024725
13 Tier
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5 |
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The email from Quinn L. Williams of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources discusses the next steps for a VTA (Voluntary Training Assistance) discussion and includes a reference to draft guidance on feed runoff, while also addressing a request for enforcement results from February 2016.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00068879
Tate Bennett
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7 |
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The email from POLITICO Pro Energy discusses the reaction of climate change skeptics, particularly the Heartland Institute, to a peer-reviewed study suggesting the planet can tolerate more greenhouse gas emissions, while also highlighting the authors' concerns about misinterpretations of their findings, in the context of the EPA's ongoing climate discussions.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) memo discusses the U.S. EPA's disapproval of Iowa's 2016 antidegradation water quality rules, highlighting the conflict between state and federal definitions of "economically viable" in relation to wastewater treatment options.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00094297
Lee Forsgren
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2 |
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The document provides feedback from participants of the 14th Annual U.S. EPA Drinking Water Workshop, focusing on challenges and solutions for small drinking water systems, held in August 2017 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270920
1 Tier
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The email exchange involves a request from journalist Alexander Nazaryan to interview EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, with EPA spokesman Jahan Wilcox providing on-the-record statements regarding Pruitt's interactions with staff and the agency's relationship with career employees.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00008225
13 Tier
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The EPA announced the appointment of Peter Lopez as the Regional Administrator for Region 2, overseeing environmental protection efforts in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses sharing a thank you letter from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the Dallas Builders Association (DBA) with Administrator Pruitt following his visit to their event.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Michael Lee of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a letter thanking Administrator Pruitt for his efforts to rescind the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, highlighting its importance to the golf industry.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing amendments to the national minimum criteria for the disposal of coal combustion residuals from electric utilities, addressing provisions remanded by the court and establishing alternative performance standards for states with approved permit programs.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00088175
2 Tier
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Quinn Williams from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is coordinating with Alexander Dominguez from the EPA and others to schedule a call regarding next steps for a discussion on the VTA (Voluntary Trading Arrangement).
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00069439
Tate Bennett
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5 |
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The email from Alexandra Dunn to EPA officials discusses her qualifications and experience in environmental law and policy as part of her application for a position related to the Environmental Protection Agency.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email from David Gelsomino to Leila Getto at the Department of the Interior provides her with login credentials for trial access to POLITICO Pro, along with information on receiving daily newsletters and real-time updates on energy-related topics.
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2017 |
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The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing the scheduling of a meeting for the Dairy Industry, with Denise Bode coordinating travel arrangements and confirming availability for April.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document is an email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discussing various news items related to the agency, including Administrator Scott Pruitt's directive to end "sue-and-settle" practices, efforts to reform the Superfund program, potential legal risks associated with repealing the Clean Power Plan, and criticism of Trump administration nominees by Senator Carper.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board submitted comments to the U.S. EPA regarding the evaluation of existing regulations on pesticides, emphasizing the need for proper management of pesticide discharges to protect water quality and the potential for significant enforcement actions against non-compliant wastewater treatment plants and stormwater agencies.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email discusses an ongoing criminal investigation related to the Gold King Mine by the EPA, highlighting a FOIA request response that indicates no administrative actions were taken against an employee despite a referral to the DOJ for violations.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00012739
13 Tier
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The Environmental Council of the States (ECOS) released a document in June 2017 advocating for "Cooperative Federalism 2.0" to enhance collaboration between state and federal environmental regulators for more effective and cost-efficient environmental management.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00173224
Bill Wehrum
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6 |
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The email from Thomas Ward to EPA Assistant Administrator Samantha Dravis discusses the National Association of Home Builders' concerns regarding the EPA's Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule and stormwater regulations, urging for a new economic analysis and potential modifications to the RRP Rule, while also proposing to develop permit language for small lots.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The American Chemistry Council requested the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to extend the comment period by 45 days for the draft report on Maximum Contaminant Level Goal for Perchlorate in Drinking Water to allow for adequate public review of complex revisions.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00098698
Lee Forsgren
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1 |
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The email from the EPA discusses the agency's response to a reporter's inquiry about drinking water health advisories for PFAs, explaining that the advisory level for PFOA is based on animal studies and does not correlate directly to human blood serum concentrations due to various individual factors.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00022115
13 Tier
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various challenges and developments within the agency, including a breakdown in a negotiated rulemaking panel for chemical reporting, skepticism from judges regarding the EPA's ozone standard implementation, a reconsideration of the coal ash rule, and difficulties in appointing new science advisors under Administrator Scott Pruitt.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Bruce Fogerty discusses scheduling changes for a meeting in April and includes an invitation for Administrator Pruitt to deliver a keynote address to egg producers in May 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency, specifically Patrick Davis coordinating a meeting with Spencer Pederson regarding waste management issues related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00091817
Patrick Davis
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2 |
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The email from Michael K. Henry discusses the implications of a federal court ruling regarding the Clean Water Act's applicability to rail transportation, highlighting concerns over the potential expansion of the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program and the unresolved issue of preemption under the Interstate Commerce Commission Termination Act (ICCTA).
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00098773
Lee Forsgren
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4 |
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The email discusses the EPA's consideration of rewriting the Clean Power Plan under Administrator Scott Pruitt, balancing the interests of power companies and conservative activists while acknowledging the likelihood of a weaker replacement rule that may not significantly reduce carbon emissions.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Danielle Quist to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses her previous lobbying activities as listed in the American Farm Bureau Federation's LD2 reports for 2015 and 2016, and mentions that she will provide the 2017 reports soon.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA provides an update on environmental regulations, specifically detailing new air pollution control measures and greenhouse gas emission standards implemented by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA is actively coordinating with FEMA and other agencies in response to Hurricane Harvey, focusing on pollution assessment and safety measures, while deploying personnel and resources to affected areas in Texas.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00026803
13 Tier
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2 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency held a meeting on August 24, 2017, to discuss various environmental topics including safe drinking water technology, Superfund initiatives, and cooperative federalism strategies.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00172084
Kenneth Wagner
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2 |
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Duke Energy Indiana submitted a letter to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management addressing U.S. Environmental Protection Agency responses regarding their Coal Combustion Residuals impoundment closure and post-closure plans, seeking approval for environmentally safe basin closure in compliance with the CCR rule.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00086955
2 Tier
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the appointment of Cosmo Servidio as the new Region 3 Administrator, responsible for overseeing environmental protection efforts in several states including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00178391
Kenneth Wagner
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4 |
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The City of Evansville is requesting a meeting with the U.S. EPA to discuss challenges in implementing its wet weather consent decree, which involves a $727 million investment to reduce combined sewer overflows, amid concerns about the financial burden on the community.
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2017 |
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The email correspondence between Sue Briggum and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses an upcoming meeting with Administrator Pruitt to explore opportunities for regulatory innovation and improvement related to EPA programs.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recent developments in environmental news, including the election of Ralph Northam as Virginia's governor, the upcoming Senate debate on President Trump's EPA air office nominee, and the European Union's proposal to cut car carbon dioxide emissions by 30 percent by 2030.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA is preparing for Hurricane Irma by securing toxic waste sites and easing gasoline standards to ensure fuel supply, as stated by EPA Chief Scott Pruitt in a Reuters interview.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The American Water Works Association (AWWA) is urging the U.S. Congress to include measures in the upcoming Farm Bill that promote collaboration between farmers and water utilities to protect drinking water sources and address water quality issues caused by excess nutrients.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00106664
Sarah Greenwalt
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2 |
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The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Denise Bode discusses scheduling a meeting for the Dairy Industry to address public and private solutions to their issues, proposed for the afternoon of April 26, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document includes emails related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, discussing communication among officials and a reminder for a webinar on analyzing PFAS in wastewater.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is implementing actions related to mitigation and climate change as outlined in Secretary's Order 3349, focusing on new regulations and guidance to reduce environmental impacts in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
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2017 |
BLM201800412 |
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The email from Lee Forsgren of the EPA's Office of Water discusses scheduling a meeting with Rich Cavagnaro of AdEdge Water Technologies to acknowledge their work and collaboration on water treatment technologies.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various topics including the D.C. Circuit's skepticism towards the EPA's request to delay a lawsuit on air toxics rules, a new interpretation of the Clean Air Act regarding greenhouse gas limits for "glider" trucks, contentious proposed legislation on farm waste disposal under the RCRA, and concerns from former EPA officials about the agency's future under Administrator Scott P
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The National Pest Management Association submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the evaluation of existing regulations, emphasizing the need for regulatory reforms to enhance pest management practices and protect public health.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00067919
Tate Bennett
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6 |
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The letter from representatives of the iron ore mining industry to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses concerns about the inclusion of the domestic iron ore industry in the proposed CERCLA 108(b) hardrock mining financial assurance regulations, arguing that it poses a low Superfund risk and should be excluded to protect jobs in Minnesota and Michigan.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00087222
Byron Brown
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2 |
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The document is an email from Nancy Beck at the Environmental Protection Agency forwarding a Continuous Publications Alert from Environmental Health Perspectives, summarizing recent research articles related to environmental health published between June 26-30, 2017.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00042914
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is providing a copy of a Letter of Concern to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality as part of an ongoing investigation related to an administrative complaint.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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This document is a brief filed by the West Virginia Coal Association as amicus curiae in support of the federal defendants, Scott Pruitt and Cecil Rodrigues of the EPA, in the case Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition Inc. et al. v. EPA, concerning environmental regulations.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00106927
2 Tier
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37 |
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report for August 10, 2017, highlights potential challenges to President Trump's climate regulation rollbacks due to upcoming government studies, discusses a Brazilian court's suspension of homicide charges against mining executives related to a dam disaster, and notes Wisconsin's enactment of a significant regulatory overhaul law.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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3 |
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The Pennsylvania House of Representatives is introducing legislation to place the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority under the oversight of the Public Utility Commission due to significant service issues and concerns about public health and safety.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00061911
Tate Bennett
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9 |
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The email discusses a public hearing at the International Trade Commission regarding a petition by solar manufacturers Suniva Inc. and SolarWorld Americas for President Trump to impose tariffs on solar imports, claiming it would protect domestic jobs, while opponents argue it could harm the broader solar industry.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document provides an overview of the Office of Water's budget, detailing the funding allocations across various program projects and accounts for fiscal years 2016 to 2018, including Environmental Programs & Management, Science & Technology, State and Tribal Assistance Grants, and the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Program.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00150624
Christian Palich
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1 |
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The email from Hugh Stapleton to Samantha Dravis at the EPA welcomes her to POLITICO Pro, provides her login credentials, and offers assistance in tracking energy policy topics.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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4 |
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The EPA is investigating Chemours for compliance with a 2009 order regarding GenX production and is conducting independent water sample analyses in response to concerns about GenX contamination in drinking water in North Carolina.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00027432
13 Tier
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3 |
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The email from Kenneth Kastner of Hogan Lovells to Byron Brown discusses a meeting with Bloom Energy and includes an attachment of the 1990 RCRA Hotline Summary referenced in a previous memo related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00087677
Byron Brown
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1 |
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The email correspondence between Thomas Hebert and Sydney Hupp discusses scheduling a meeting for Administrator Pruitt of the EPA to offer a keynote address to the nation's egg producers in Washington, D.C. on May 17, 18, or 19, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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11 |
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The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses a request for feedback on greenhouse gas emission standards and a potential meeting with BMW's Global CEO regarding these standards, amidst plans by the Trump administration to reconsider the emissions regulations established during the Obama administration.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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5 |
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The email from the Department of the Interior discusses an invitation to a meeting regarding the Association of California Water Agencies' revised draft policy statement on Bay-Delta flow requirements, highlighting concerns about the potential negative impacts of the State Water Resources Control Board's proposal on California's water management and agricultural sustainability.
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2017 |
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The email from the Department of the Interior discusses an invitation to a meeting regarding the ACWA Board Policy Statement on Bay-Delta Flow Requirements, highlighting concerns about a State Water Resources Control Board proposal that could negatively impact California's water policy, agriculture, and disadvantaged communities.
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2017 |
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2 |
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The document is a communication from Thomas W. Easterly to the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, highlighting the significant improvements in Indiana's environmental quality and management efficiency achieved under the leadership of Scott J. Nally at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) from 2005 to 2010.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email from Ryan Steadley, Executive Director of STRONGER, introduces the organization to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and highlights STRONGER's historical collaboration with the EPA regarding oil and natural gas environmental regulations, particularly in relation to the 2016 consent decree over Subtitle D of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Myron Ebell discusses concerns about the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) handling of the Gold King Mine disaster and suggests that exposing the agency's alleged cover-up could drive reform under the new administration.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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11 |
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The email from Jack Bowles invites various local government associations to participate in the EPA's Local Government Advisory Committee's Protecting America's Waters Workgroup teleconference scheduled for May 18, 2017.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00068442
Tate Bennett
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2 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is facing a legal challenge from the town of Marion, MA, regarding the validity of a Clean Water Act (CWA) permit that regulates groundwater contamination linked to surface waters, which could set a precedent for the agency's authority over groundwater under the Trump administration.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00107143
Sarah Greenwalt
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2 |
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The EPA issued a regulatory alert on August 28, 2017, announcing final rule approvals for revisions to the Alaska and Kentucky State Implementation Plans (SIPs) regarding air quality standards and emissions monitoring, effective September 27, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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7 |
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The email correspondence involves the EPA's Sydney Hupp coordinating a meeting for Administrator Pruitt to offer a keynote address to the nation's egg producers, scheduled for May 18, 2017, with Thomas Hebert from Bayard Ridge Group LLC confirming attendance and attendee details.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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11 |
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The document is a draft proposal by the RACER Trust to survey buyers of brownfield properties, aiming to understand the motivations and advantages that influence their decisions compared to greenfield development.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00086818
Byron Brown
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2 |
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Governor Bill Walker of Alaska is requesting assistance from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt regarding the EPA's Region 10 designation of the Yukon River basin as an Aquatic Resource of National Interest, which he believes could hinder the development of North Slope natural gas resources and the Alaska Stand Alone Pipeline project.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00098613
Lee Forsgren
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3 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are proposing to rescind the 2015 Clean Water Rule defining "waters of the United States" to provide regulatory certainty and return power to the states, following a Presidential Executive Order aimed at reviewing the rule.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00068615
Tate Bennett
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2 |
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The EPA is participating in congressional discussions regarding lessons learned from hurricane responses in Puerto Rico and is also exploring alternatives to animal testing for chemical safety assessments.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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3 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various environmental issues and agency responses related to Hurricane Harvey, including the need for stronger accident prevention regulations, the challenges posed by unregulated facilities, potential budget cuts to the EPA, and concerns about bias in the Science Advisory Board's biomass emissions panel.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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5 |
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The Fertilizer Institute submitted additional comments to the EPA arguing for the exclusion of potash and phosphate sectors from the proposed financial responsibility requirements for hardrock mining facilities, citing their low risk and existing regulatory oversight.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00087403
Byron Brown
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8 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is providing a memorandum to the Secretary regarding the implementation of Secretary's Order 3349, which outlines actions related to mitigation and climate change, including the development of new regulations and policy documents.
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2017 |
BLM201800412 |
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10 |
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The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott is meeting with local officials in the Florida Keys to discuss ongoing recovery efforts and power restoration following Hurricane Irma, which has left over 1.6 million accounts without power.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00011102
Michael Abboud
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10 |
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The Florida Governor's Press Office released an update on September 18, 2017, detailing Governor Scott's ongoing efforts and coordination with federal and local officials in response to Hurricane Irma, including significant progress in power restoration across the state.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00011643
Michael Abboud
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The email discusses EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's criticism of the previous administration's expansion of the EPA's regulatory authority under the Clean Air and Clean Water Acts, emphasizing a shift back to the agency's core responsibilities.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from the EPA discusses recent environmental policy developments, including a D.C. Circuit ruling vacating the EPA's stay on methane regulations, House GOP bills aimed at relaxing Clean Air Act permitting requirements, and the EPA's progress on aircraft greenhouse gas standards.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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