|
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various legal and regulatory developments affecting the agency, including a federal court ruling on Clean Water Act violations related to coal ash, congressional restrictions on EPA's waiver authority for small refiners under the renewable fuel standard, and environmentalists' legal actions against the EPA's suspension of methane emissions limits from landfills.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The email from T.A. Hawks of Monument Policy Group to Byron Brown discusses a follow-up on a request for a manufacturing process unit exemption under RCRA related to Bloom Energy, seeking to schedule a meeting to discuss the status of the request.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00087351
Byron Brown
|
2 |
|
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking input on improving its land use planning and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) processes to eliminate inefficiencies and enhance resource stewardship, as directed by the President and Secretary of the Interior.
|
2017 |
BLM201700947 |
—
|
30 |
|
The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses ongoing investigations into PFAS programming and the agency's efforts to coordinate actions with federal partners and local communities regarding PFAS contamination.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00022178
13 Tier
|
10 |
|
The email correspondence between Tate Bennett of the EPA and Adam Piper discusses the need for updated statements regarding the "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) in relation to ongoing legal matters, indicating a request for specific documents and coordination for a future meeting.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00077801
Tate Bennett
|
13 |
|
The email correspondence between journalist Catherine Clabby and EPA official Christie StClair discusses a press inquiry regarding potential revisions and compliance deadlines for the Steam Electric Power Generating Effluent Guidelines, specifically related to coal ash management.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00028262
13 Tier
|
2 |
|
The National Association of Manufacturers submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the evaluation of regulations for potential repeal, replacement, or modification, emphasizing the need for a more flexible and responsive regulatory process.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00090554
Patrick Davis
|
20 |
|
The email from Rosemarie Kelley of the EPA's Office of Civil Enforcement informs Brent de Jong about the appropriate contact in the Office of Radiation and Indoor Air for inquiries regarding the re-use of phosphogypsum due to its radioactivity.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00087192
Byron Brown
|
5 |
|
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Nutrient Coalition is requesting a meeting with the EPA Administrator to discuss an independent peer review of the EPA Region 3's TMDL Nutrient Endpoint Report, which they believe imposes scientifically indefensible nutrient reduction requirements that misallocate municipal funds for wastewater and stormwater facilities.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The EPA's EHS State Regulatory Alert from August 31, 2017, discusses proposed regulatory updates in Colorado for gas utilities and pipeline operators, final rules in Connecticut regarding solvent-contaminated wipes, and a notice from Florida's Department of Environmental Protection concerning the Middle St Johns River Basin.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
8 |
|
The email from Barbara J. Goldsmith to EPA and other agency officials discusses follow-up actions and attachments related to the input of the Ad-Hoc Industry Natural Resource Management Group on remediation and natural resource damage (NRD) issues, emphasizing the need for dialogue and a collaborative approach to cleanup and restoration practices.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00116208
Albert Kelly
|
1 |
|
The email from James M. Proctor of MeWane, Inc. to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the provision of a policy book on water infrastructure for the transition team and expresses a desire to collaborate on achieving the Administrator's goals in this area.
|
2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
—
|
92 |
|
The EPA is addressing the challenge of identifying and mitigating groundwater contamination from poly- and perfluorinated chemicals, which are often protected as confidential business information, as discussed in a meeting with the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
12 |
|
The email correspondence involves Sydney Hupp from the EPA informing Inmaculada Aldamiz from The Nature Conservancy about her departure and the transition to her replacement, Madeline Morris, while discussing scheduling a call regarding a field trip for the Administrator to explore "green infrastructure" solutions.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
4 |
|
The Vinyl Institute requests that the EPA prioritize the reconsideration of the PVC MACT rulemaking due to previous petitions for reconsideration and legal challenges faced by the industry regarding emission limits.
|
2017 |
— |
—
|
7 |
|
The document is an EHS Federal Regulatory Alert from the EPA summarizing recent findings and notices from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the status of various endangered species and a major license application from FERC.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
5 |
|
The EPA is holding a regulatory reform meeting with the American Iron and Steel Institute to discuss key environmental issues affecting the steel industry and to prioritize comments from a recent public information request.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
36 |
|
The EPA's August 8, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses proposed regulatory changes in Arkansas regarding hazardous waste management for underground storage tanks and optional registration for aboveground storage tanks, along with a hearing and comment deadlines, while also mentioning proposed amendments in California for automotive repair dealer regulations.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
5 |
|
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from August 16, 2017, discusses a court ruling allowing Sinclair Oil to bypass biofuel blending mandates, highlights liability concerns affecting Superfund site investments, and notes the agency's plans to rewrite toxic wastewater limits without a set deadline, alongside President Trump's executive order to expedite public-works permits.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture outlines its priorities for the Trump Administration, emphasizing the importance of cooperative federalism, international trade agreements like NAFTA, and the effective implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00069537
Tate Bennett
|
2 |
|
The email correspondence involves Troy Lyons from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Spencer Pederson and his colleague Danny Fernandez from Bockorny Group regarding waste management issues related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00090325
Patrick Davis
|
2 |
|
The American Water Works Association invited EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at their annual conference in Philadelphia on June 12, 2017, highlighting the importance of water infrastructure finance to their members.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00107820
Sarah Greenwalt
|
1 |
|
The document outlines the agenda for the 29th AFS Environmental, Health & Safety Conference hosted by the USEPA and various industry experts, focusing on topics such as Next Generation Compliance, change management, environmental information systems, community relations, and stormwater compliance benchmarks.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00082525
Brittany Bolen
|
4 |
|
The email correspondence between EPA's Tate Bennett and Maryland's Ariel Judah discusses the introduction of Bennett as the new liaison at the EPA and highlights a settlement agreement allowing the Pebble Limited Partnership's permit process to proceed.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00079334
Tate Bennett
|
3 |
|
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the challenges faced by state and federal regulators in responding to energy facility incidents caused by Hurricane Harvey, highlighting multiple reports of gas and oil spills and ongoing investigations by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
11 |
|
The email from Austin M. Ramirez of the Executive Office of the President discusses a follow-up meeting on March 15, 2017, regarding the President's Infrastructure Initiative, aimed at organizing efforts for data gathering and policy coordination.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
14 |
|
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses objections from International Paper and McGinnes Industrial Maintenance Corp regarding EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's less protective cleanup plan for the San Jacinto River Waste Pits Superfund site in Texas, which involves excavating contaminated waste at an estimated cost of $115 million.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
17 |
|
The email from Michael Alberice inquires about volunteer opportunities in Puerto Rico to assist with rebuilding wastewater treatment infrastructure following Hurricane Maria, highlighting his qualifications as a licensed wastewater operator from Massachusetts.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00024550
13 Tier
|
1 |
|
The email discusses the House Rules Committee's preparation of 80 amendments related to the EPA and Interior for consideration in the spending package H.R. 3354, highlighting key amendments concerning environmental funding, offshore drilling, and regulatory actions.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The email discusses concerns from the National Rural Water Association regarding the EPA's potential non-compliance with Congressional directives related to the allocation of FY2017 technical assistance funding for rural water systems.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The City of Houston is proposing a $46 million loan to the Harris County Flood Control District to expedite flood control improvements on Brays Bayou, with plans to replicate this funding approach for two additional bayous, following complex negotiations involving multiple government levels.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00094908
Lee Forsgren
|
4 |
|
The National Environmental Development Association's Clean Air Project submitted recommendations to the EPA for repealing or modifying over 40 Clean Air Act regulations that they argue impose excessive costs on U.S. manufacturers with minimal environmental benefits.
|
2017 |
— |
—
|
26 |
|
The email from Austin M. Ramirez of the Executive Office of the President discusses a follow-up meeting on March 15, 2017, regarding the President's Infrastructure Initiative, aimed at organizing efforts for data gathering and policy coordination, with attached documents for reference.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
14 |
|
The email from Sam Wade to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses an invitation extended to Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at the National Rural Water Association's annual conference in Reno, Nevada, scheduled for September 18-20, 2017.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The email from Tamra Spielvogel of the National Association of Home Builders to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses scheduling a follow-up conversation regarding the Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Program and highlights the participation of a remodeler member in an upcoming meeting on lead exposure reduction.
|
2017 |
— |
—
|
2 |
|
The Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are proposing to rescind the 2015 Clean Water Rule and revert to the previous definition of "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.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The Michigan Agency for Energy, in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, established a Questions and Answers Agreement with Enbridge Energy, Inc. on November 27, 2017, to enforce specific actions and deadlines for improved safety, transparency, and oversight of the Line 5 pipeline following concerns about its condition.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00177171
Kenneth Wagner
|
4 |
|
The email from Tracy Mehan of the American Water Works Association congratulates Lee Forsgren on his new appointment in the EPA's Office of Water and offers assistance regarding topics like the Safe Drinking Water Act and infrastructure finance.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00095004
Lee Forsgren
|
1 |
|
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various legal and regulatory challenges facing the agency, including court rulings affecting hydrofluorocarbon limits, ozone standard designations, methane regulations, and lead dust hazard standards.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
5 |
|
The U.S. EPA is being briefed by the National Association of Home Builders on the need for a streamlined "small lot" stormwater permit for residential construction and concerns about federal overreach in the NPDES stormwater program.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The email from Adam Piper discusses updated statements from various governors regarding the "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule, highlighting their support for the Trump administration's efforts to roll back what they perceive as overreaching regulations imposed by the previous administration, with specific mentions of Iowa and Indiana governors' comments.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00069045
Tate Bennett
|
12 |
|
The email from Ashley Ingram, Legislative Assistant at Gavel Resources, requests a meeting between Congressman Richard Pombo and the Deputy Secretary of the Department of the Interior to discuss the Pebble Partnership Project in Alaska, following recent developments regarding the EPA's actions on the project.
|
2017 |
— |
—
|
2 |
|
The email from Hayley Ford at the EPA informs Dianne Severson of Strategic Perception that Administrator Pruitt will be unable to attend a scheduled filming due to a last-minute trip to Puerto Rico with the President, and suggests conducting the filming internally instead.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The document is an email from Bloomberg BNA to EPA official Ryan Jackson, summarizing news about EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's frequent meetings with energy companies and the upcoming congressional budget defense for Energy Secretary Rick Perry.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
5 |
|
The email discusses the meeting between President Trump and Pope Francis, highlighting their differing views on climate change, and mentions a letter from Senate Democrats urging Trump to remain committed to the Paris Agreement on climate change.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The email exchange between Lee Forsgren from the EPA and Samantha McDonald from IPAA discusses the possibility of arranging a speaker to address topics related to wastewater from drilling operations and WOTUS at an IPAA event scheduled for October 1, 2017.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00098624
Lee Forsgren
|
2 |
|
The EPA's August 7, 2017 update discusses recent regulatory changes in air and water pollution control, including Texas's new open burning regulations and Wisconsin's exemption for hazardous waste facilities from certain air emission standards, as well as amendments to California's ocean and inland water quality plans.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
7 |
|
The email from the Department of the Interior discusses an invitation to a meeting regarding the ACWA Board's 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 policy, agriculture, and disadvantaged communities.
|
2017 |
— |
—
|
2 |
|
The EPA is proposing a rule to amend the effective date of the 2015 Clean Water Rule to provide regulatory certainty while considering a two-step process to rescind and revise the rule, following a nationwide stay and additional court rulings.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00076030
Tate Bennett
|
1 |
|
The letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt requests a review of a dispute regarding the cleanup of the Post Road site in Anchorage, Alaska, which involves environmental concerns related to illegal storage of hazardous materials by a sublessee, following an EPA investigation and subsequent conviction.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Ado Machida discusses the allocation of $5.657 million owed for wastewater infrastructure work in Puerto Rico, highlighting the need for tracking funding through the State Revolving Loan Fund amidst recovery efforts post-Hurricane.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
5 |
|
The document details EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit to the Gold King Mine site, emphasizing his commitment to prioritize the cleanup of the Bonita Peak Mining District Superfund area and to review previously denied claims related to the Gold King Mine spill.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various topics including Oregon's push for continued commitment to the Portland Harbor Superfund cleanup, the agency's request for a seven-year deadline to complete overdue air toxics rule reviews, and industry calls for a clean repeal of the Obama-era Clean Water Act jurisdiction rule.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The Northeast Biosolids and Residuals Association (NEBRA) is hosting a webinar on September 14, 2017, to discuss the state of the science regarding PFAS analysis in wastewater, solids, and soils, aimed at state and federal agency staff, wastewater managers, and laboratories.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The EPA announced the withdrawal of two direct final rules regarding amendments to the Louisiana and Texas State Implementation Plans (SIPs) for air quality, in response to adverse comments, effective May 22, 2017.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
18 |
|
The EPA has decided to reconsider certain provisions of the final rule regulating coal combustion residuals as nonhazardous waste, following petitions from industry groups, to evaluate potential improvements while ensuring environmental protection.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The email from Mike Means of the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association discusses the appeal of Tennessee's new post-construction stormwater permit, which he believes is more stringent than EPA regulations, and suggests that Administrator Pruitt should be informed about the situation due to its potential national implications.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The EPA's June 6, 2017 Daily Environment Report discusses various environmental issues, including the controversy surrounding the 'Safer Choice' label program for chemicals, a dispute involving Syngenta and Kansas farmers over genetically modified corn, and legal actions by environmentalists against the use of toxic chemicals in food packaging.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The email from Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses the upcoming April 6 meeting with the Consumer Specialty Products Association to introduce Administrator Pruitt and address key regulatory priorities, specifically focusing on TSCA, Safer Choice, and air quality.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, and Kathleen Rooney discusses efforts to connect with officials regarding a potential event involving Secretary Acosta and Administrator Pruitt.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
11 |
|
The email from MaryAnne Dunlap of Sanofi to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses concerns regarding the proposed "Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals," arguing that the rule is not cost-effective and adds unnecessary regulatory burdens to an already tightly regulated pharmaceutical distribution system.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The email from Enesta Jones of the EPA discusses a press inquiry from Carrie Rabin regarding drinking water safety, emphasizing the agency's commitment to protecting public health and the effectiveness of U.S. drinking water systems in meeting health-based standards.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00028227
Michael Abboud
|
3 |
|
The EPA issued a final rule on August 7, 2017, removing obsolete provisions related to sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides in continuous emission monitoring systems, and proposed a revision to the Kentucky SIP regarding regional haze progress, while also proposing changes to the NESHAP for off-site waste and recovery operations.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
8 |
|
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses progress at the U.N. climate gathering in Bonn regarding international emissions credit trading rules, the upcoming swearing-in of new commissioners at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and a federal appeals court case concerning visibility improvements at national parks.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various issues related to the agency's budget cuts proposed by the Trump administration, including Administrator Scott Pruitt's defense of the budget at a House hearing, the agency's stay on methane standards, and ongoing legal battles over environmental regulations.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
5 |
|
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is considering a speaker request for Administrator Scott Pruitt to deliver a 15-minute keynote speech on the EPA's role in regulating power plants at the POWER-GEN International 2017 event in Las Vegas, scheduled for December 5, 2017.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of the Army are proposing to amend the effective date of the 2015 rule defining "waters of the United States" to two years after finalization, allowing time to reconsider the definition and providing regulatory certainty to stakeholders.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00062197
Tate Bennett
|
2 |
|
The email from Kenneth Wagner at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to address RCRA-related concerns raised by Walmart, amidst a directive to cancel non-essential travel.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00179807
Kenneth Wagner
|
1 |
|
The email discusses recent House debates on amendments related to the EPA and Interior, highlighting key decisions such as funding for park maintenance, the Clean Water State Revolving Funds, and monitoring programs for water quality following the Gold King Mine spill, while also noting the appointment of Wehrum as EPA air chief.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
12 |
|
Trout Unlimited is requesting a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to discuss collaboration on water quality improvement efforts and concerns regarding budget cuts and potential repeal of the Clean Water Rule.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
1 |
|
The email discusses the reassignment of a lawsuit challenging the EPA's delay of a regulation on toxic wastewater discharge from power plants to Judge Dabney L. Friedrich, a Trump appointee, after the agency finalized a delay of certain implementation deadlines.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers have formally proposed the withdrawal of the Obama administration's Waters of the U.S. rule, initiating a 30-day public comment period amidst anticipated legal challenges from environmental groups.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The email from Julia Valentine at the EPA discusses the agency's response to vapor intrusion issues, highlighting the involvement of multiple offices and the identification of 91 Superfund sites where actions were taken to mitigate health risks, while also noting upcoming evaluations for new sites based on revised criteria.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00029811
13 Tier
|
7 |
|
The email correspondence between Jonathan Moore and Sydney Hupp discusses scheduling a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on April 25, 2017, regarding the National Turfgrass Federation's Capitol Hill Day event.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
4 |
|
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various environmental regulatory issues, including staff defense of greenhouse gas modeling for vehicles, a court case regarding state powers under the Clean Water Act, industry pushback against the repeal of glider truck GHG rules, and concerns from state waste managers about the omission of sustainable materials management in the EPA's strategic plan.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
5 |
|
The email discusses Senate Republicans' strategy to use the fiscal 2018 budget process to facilitate oil drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), potentially overcoming Democratic opposition and fulfilling a long-standing goal of the GOP and oil companies, while facing challenges from within their own party.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
27 |
|
The email correspondence involves the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) coordinating a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt to discuss regulatory reform and related topics, while also inquiring about the possibility of bringing a professional photographer to document the event.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
6 |
|
The Vinyl Institute requests the EPA to prioritize the reconsideration of the PVC MACT rulemaking due to concerns over emission limits and the lack of public comment opportunities following its initial finalization in 2012.
|
2017 |
— |
—
|
7 |
|
The email from Hugh Stapleton to Samantha Dravis at the EPA welcomes her to POLITICO Pro, providing her with login credentials and customized content related to energy policy, while also offering assistance and training session details.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
4 |
|
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) are coordinating efforts to address the environmental impacts of Hurricane Harvey, reporting improvements in air quality and the operational status of drinking water systems while mobilizing community liaisons to assist affected areas.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The email from the EPA discusses ongoing preparations and actions being taken in response to Hurricane Irma, including securing Superfund sites, assessing regulated facilities, and granting fuel waivers to ensure access for emergency vehicles.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00169281
Kaitlyn Shimmin
|
4 |
|
The Northeast Biosolids and Residuals Association (NEBRA) is hosting a webinar on September 14, 2017, to discuss the state of the science regarding PFAS analysis in wastewater, solids, and soils, aimed at state and federal agency staff, wastewater managers, and laboratories.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing inquiries from Newsweek regarding Administrator Pruitt's actions on regulatory burdens and his public engagements, with a request for a potential interview.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00009066
13 Tier
|
4 |
|
The document outlines the agenda for a conference call hosted by the EPA and ECOS on December 12, 2017, focusing on PFAS issues, including state action plans and updates from various EPA workgroups.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00270839
Richard Yamada
|
1 |
|
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 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.
|
2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
—
|
4 |
|
The document from the LGAC's Protecting America's Waters Workgroup discusses the importance of water resources for local governments, emphasizing the need for reliable and safe water supplies to support health, economic growth, and job creation, while highlighting the responsibilities of various government levels in managing water infrastructure under the Clean Water Act.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00069206
Tate Bennett
|
5 |
|
The EPA's November 15, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses California's proposed waiver for waste discharge requirements related to disaster-related wastes and Mississippi's proposed amendments to drinking water regulations to align with federal standards.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
4 |
|
The email correspondence between EPA officials and Texas Oil and Gas Association representatives discusses media credentialing for an upcoming speech, confirming attendance from specific journalists while managing requests for additional credentials.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
9 |
|
The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) is requesting a meeting with the EPA to discuss concerns regarding new monitoring and reporting requirements being enforced through an Administrative Order by EPA Region 5, and proposes addressing these issues in the upcoming discharge permit reissuance.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00097899
Lee Forsgren
|
1 |
|
The email discusses the upcoming committee votes on four energy nominees by the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, highlighting concerns over David Bernhardt's nomination due to his industry ties and ethical questions, as well as the expected support from Republicans for the other nominees.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
13 |
|
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing a proposed approach to streamline the identification of regulations affecting energy development during land use planning by referencing the land use planning handbook, as indicated in an email from Deputy Assistant Director Karen Kelleher.
|
2017 |
BLM201800412 |
—
|
11 |
|
Warren S. Payne from Mayer Brown LLP is requesting assistance from Ryan Jackson at the EPA to arrange a meeting regarding updating the definition of hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, in light of a letter from Secretary Tillerson.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The EPA's Daily Environment Report for August 9, 2017, discusses various environmental topics, including judicial guidance for reviving a ban on chemical coolants, the Trump administration's stance on a climate study, and significant pollution crackdowns in China.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
4 |
|
The email from MaryAnne Dunlap of Sanofi to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses concerns regarding the proposed "Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals," arguing that the rule is not cost-effective and adds unnecessary regulatory burdens to an already tightly controlled pharmaceutical distribution system.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The EPA's EHS State Regulatory Alert from October 23, 2017, details regulatory updates including Indiana's emergency rule redesignating Lawrenceburg Township as in attainment of the 2008 ozone standard and Louisiana's proposed rule prohibiting the commercial harvest of female blue crabs during March and April of 2018 and 2019.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
5 |
|
The National Rural Water Association is partnering with the U.S. Department of Labor to launch a nationwide WaterPro Apprenticeship Program, with a ceremonial signing scheduled for November 14, 2017, to establish a nationally-recognized standard for water sector apprenticeships.
|
2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00098285
Lee Forsgren
|
2 |
|
The email from Robert Krehbiel to Sydney Hupp requests a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to discuss concerns regarding the nitrate levels in the drinking water supply of Pretty Prairie, Kansas, which occasionally exceed the EPA standard.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
3 |
|
The email from Richard Pombo to Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses concerns regarding the upcoming trial of the Duarte Nursery under the Clean Water Act, highlighting potential negative impacts on small businesses and farming due to federal overreach.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
2 |
|
The email discusses the U.S. government's response to the devastation in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria, highlighting a bipartisan congressional effort to pass aid legislation and the administration's commitment to support recovery efforts, amid controversy over President Trump's comments on the situation.
|
2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
—
|
23 |
|
Trout Unlimited's President Chris Wood wrote to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expressing gratitude for a meeting discussing Good Samaritan policies for abandoned mine cleanup and urging protection for Bristol Bay's fisheries and headwater streams under the Clean Water Act.
|
2017 |
HQ2017008402716 |
—
|
4 |