Court Docket No.: 1:17-cv-01906

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The email discusses California Attorney General Xavier Becerra's lawsuit against EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for failing to provide documents related to his ethics arrangements, highlighting concerns over transparency at the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Houston on September 15, 2017, to assess the agency's response to Hurricane Harvey, focusing on Superfund site evaluations and coordination with federal and state partners. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various climate-related headlines, including opposition to a proposed FERC plan to support coal and nuclear plants, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's commitment to rolling back Obama-era regulations, and the final 2018 renewable fuel standard blending targets that have drawn criticism from both refiners and biofuel groups. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Houston to assess the agency's response to Hurricane Harvey, focusing on Superfund site evaluations and coordination with federal and state partners. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA reports on Nebraska's approval of the Keystone XL pipeline, marking a significant regulatory victory for President Trump amidst environmental protests and following the reversal of former President Obama's permit denial. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's hearing on the nominations of Andrew Wheeler for deputy EPA administrator and Kathleen Hartnett White to lead the White House's Council on Environmental Quality, highlighting concerns from Democrats and environmental advocates regarding White's controversial statements and positions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke initiated a review of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's five-year offshore oil and gas leasing plan, following President Trump's executive order to reassess the previous administration's policies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The EPA's Ryan Jackson received a briefing from Bloomberg BNA on September 15, 2017, highlighting a Tenth Circuit Court ruling that requires the Bureau of Land Management to revise its climate impact analysis for coal leases in Wyoming, following a challenge by environmental groups. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The EPA's budget is set to be trimmed but will avoid the significant cuts proposed by President Trump, while also addressing concerns about the impact of planned program cuts on post-Hurricane Irma rebuilding efforts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various climate-related actions and concerns, including Senator Tom Carper's call for President Trump to manage climate change impacts, Democratic senators' inquiries about EPA's methane emissions enforcement, and updates on litigation regarding refrigerant management guidelines. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Hadas Gold at POLITICO discusses a poll indicating that voters trust major media outlets slightly more than President Trump, highlighting concerns about credibility among various news sources. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the potential impact of upcoming climate reports on President Trump's efforts to roll back Obama-era climate regulations, highlighting that these reports may complicate the justification needed for such policy changes. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from July 11, 2017, discusses various environmental issues, including the U.S. isolation following the Paris climate accord withdrawal, a potential lifting of Missouri's dicamba herbicide ban, and the House's efforts to expedite the rollback of the Clean Water Rule. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The EPA and TCEQ provided updates to local, state, and federal officials on the health and environmental impacts of Hurricane Harvey at Houston Superfund sites, while allowing news crews to document the assessment efforts on-site. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Frank Maisano provides a reminder about the U.S. International Trade Commission hearing on the solar trade petition filed by Suniva, which seeks to impose tariffs that could jeopardize the solar industry's success, while also noting congressional opposition to the petition and the planned presence of solar workers in Washington to discuss its impact. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
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 potentially improve state permit programs while ensuring environmental protection. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the release of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's early schedules, highlighting his meetings with industry leaders and minimal engagement with environmentalists, as well as his involvement in discussions regarding climate policy and Superfund sites. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from the EPA discusses ongoing legal actions, including a lawsuit against the Department of Energy regarding a carbon capture project and a suit by environmentalists to compel the EPA to respond to a petition on emissions regulations for concentrated animal feeding operations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various energy and climate topics, including coal mining, emissions trading, and budget cuts to energy research programs, as reported in the June 28, 2017 Energy and Climate Report. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting the White House's denial of emergency requests from Murray Energy Corp and FirstEnergy Corp to keep their coal operations running, despite President Trump's earlier promises of support. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The EPA's June 28, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert details regulatory updates from Arkansas and Colorado regarding amendments to gas pipeline safety standards and hazardous air pollutants emission standards, respectively. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various energy and climate-related legislative actions and decisions, including proposed funding cuts for ARPA-E, a new German fund for clean-energy projects, a $1 billion mine cleanup bill, and the extension of the Navajo Generating Station's lease, as well as calls for an investigation into EPA's interference in congressional testimony. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 16
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the July 27, 2017, Daily Environment Report, highlighting bipartisan support for a water infrastructure bill that would increase funding for an EPA loan program to improve drinking water infrastructure, which has passed the House Energy & Commerce Committee. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email from the EPA invites participants to a private roundtable hosted by the Center for a New American Security to discuss the implications of economic populism on U.S. energy policy and trade, particularly in light of the Trump administration's approach to protecting domestic industries. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses ExxonMobil's announcement of new methane emission reduction efforts amid the EPA's push to delay Obama-era pollution limits for the oil and gas sector. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses updates on air and water pollution control, specifically addressing a court ruling that vacated part of a 2015 EPA rule on hydrofluorocarbons and revisions to national ambient air quality standards for ozone. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the White House's submission of Democratic FERC nominee Rich Glick's paperwork to the Senate, potentially allowing for the restoration of the agency's quorum before the Senate recess, amidst ongoing negotiations for confirming multiple nominees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various topics including the agency's proposal to maintain 2018 renewable fuel standard targets while lowering cellulosic biofuel volumes, challenges to California's vehicle greenhouse gas authority, questions from the EPA Science Advisory Board regarding air toxic risk assessment methods, and the centralized oversight of a cleanup decision for the Hanford Superfund site by Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various energy and climate news, including Philip Morris's adoption of carbon pricing, Germany's commitment to increase green initiatives, and the appointment of an EPA veteran to oversee the agency's Midwest region. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA's Illinois office is proposing to repeal outdated regulations related to hazardous materials transportation and the Public Water Supply Loan Program, with comments due by October 23, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from Frank Maisano discusses recent developments in energy policy and climate change from the G-20 summit, highlighting the U.S. stance on the Paris Agreement and the anticipated grid study from the Department of Energy, while also noting ongoing congressional activities related to healthcare and energy legislation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email discusses the federal government's response to the devastation in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria, highlighting a bipartisan congressional delegation led by Speaker Paul Ryan and FEMA's commitment to aid, amidst controversy over President Trump's comments on disaster relief. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 23
The EPA's Ryan Jackson received a briefing from Bloomberg BNA on July 5, 2017, regarding the Trump administration's proposal to require refiners to use 15 billion gallons of conventional renewable fuels in 2018, which supports the ethanol industry but may conflict with oil refiners' concerns about exceeding the blend wall. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from the EPA discusses an invitation to a private roundtable hosted by the Center for a New American Security, focusing on the implications of economic populism on U.S. energy policy and trade, particularly under the Trump administration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from the EPA discusses Administrator Scott Pruitt's push for increased accountability in the cleanup of Superfund sites, highlighting a new plan from the Superfund task force aimed at accelerating site remediation without requiring legislative changes. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 22
The EPA announced it will hold three additional public hearings on the proposal to withdraw the Clean Power Plan due to significant public interest, with locations in San Francisco, Gillette, and Kansas City. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA announced that Administrator Scott Pruitt met with stakeholders in Texas to discuss and approve a $115 million cleanup plan for the San Jacinto Superfund site, which is contaminated with dioxin, ensuring a permanent solution to the contamination risks. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from POLITICO Pro Energy discusses key highlights of the Senate's tax overhaul, noting significant tax cuts for energy companies, including a reduction in the corporate tax rate and changes benefiting the oil industry, while addressing concerns regarding the impact on solar companies and utilities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
The email from the EPA Press Office details Administrator Scott Pruitt's activities during the week of June 16, 2017, including his participation in G-7 climate discussions, testimony before Congress regarding the agency's budget and focus on the rule of law, and a commitment to cleaning up Superfund sites, contrasting the current administration's approach with that of the previous one. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA is reconsidering specific provisions of the final rule regulating coal combustion residuals as nonhazardous waste, following petitions from industry groups, to potentially improve state permit programs while ensuring environmental protection. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses a POLITICO Playbook report detailing President Trump's desire for a nearly tenfold increase in the U.S. nuclear arsenal during a meeting with military leaders, which surprised his advisers, including Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, who clarified the legal and practical limitations on such a buildup. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email discusses highlights from President Trump's fiscal 2018 budget proposal, including significant energy cuts, the restart of a nuclear waste fee, opening the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for oil drilling, and changes to royalty payments for Gulf Coast states, as reported by POLITICO Pro Energy to EPA official Ryan Jackson. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 16
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recent climate change litigation, including lawsuits by San Francisco and Oakland against fossil fuel producers, a coalition of states suing the Federal Highway Administration over greenhouse gas emissions tracking, and North Carolina's support for the Paris climate agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) setting a quick comment deadline for the Department of Energy's proposed rule favoring nuclear and coal-fired power plants, amidst pushback from various energy sectors and lukewarm support from Senate Energy Chairman Lisa Murkowski. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various topics including the agency's review of vehicle greenhouse gas standards, the implications of Canada's response to U.S. emissions policies, and Administrator Scott Pruitt's reluctance to increase renewable fuel standard production goals. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email discusses President Trump's executive order aimed at expediting federal environmental permitting for infrastructure projects, which includes designating lead agencies and revoking an Obama-era flood standard, drawing criticism from various stakeholders, including environmentalists and some lawmakers. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various environmental news highlights, including the impact of dicamba herbicide complaints on state agencies, the nomination of Linda Capuano for the Energy Information Administration, and legislative efforts regarding Bears Ears National Monument. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report discussing legal challenges in Michigan where municipalities are facing class action lawsuits over water and sewer fees being classified as unconstitutional taxes. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 21
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the installation of methane detectors by Shell in Alberta, contrasts it with the Trump administration's rollback of methane regulations, and notes Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's directive to U.S. diplomats regarding the Paris Agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA is expected to announce today its decision to keep the Renewable Fuel Standard unchanged, maintaining the compliance responsibility for refiners, which impacts companies like CVR Energy and Valero. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from October 6, 2017, discusses the Trump administration's plans to repeal the Clean Power Plan, highlights leadership changes within the agency, and addresses environmental issues such as endangered species protections and water pollution incidents. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The EPA's Ryan Jackson shared a June 19, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert detailing proposed Alabama Department of Labor regulations on boiler and pressure vessel safety fees, elevator safety repair requirements, and updates to the elevator safety fee schedule, with comments due by July 10, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA is proposing revisions to the Alabama State Implementation Plan (SIP) that would replace the federal Cross-State Air Pollution Rule with a state trading program for ozone season nitrogen oxides emissions and approve changes related to visibility and regional haze. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The EPA requested a federal court to delay the enforcement of an Obama-era methane emissions rule for oil and gas drilling, arguing that the court's immediate enforcement order did not allow sufficient time for the agency to consider a rehearing. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Bloomberg BNA to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recent legal developments regarding methane emissions regulations and biofuel quotas, highlighting petitions from states and industry groups for a rehearing on a court decision that mandates the EPA to implement methane limits and a ruling that restricts the EPA's authority to cut biofuel quotas. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email discusses a public hearing at the International Trade Commission regarding a petition from solar manufacturers Suniva Inc. and SolarWorld Americas for tariffs on solar imports, which they claim are harming the domestic industry, while opponents argue that such tariffs could negatively impact the broader solar market and jobs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA's Ryan Jackson shared a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting the House Energy and Commerce Committee's unanimous approval of several energy bills aimed at workforce education and training in energy sectors on June 7, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 20
The EPA's July 25, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert outlines new regulations in California regarding hazardous liquid pipelines and copper-based antifouling paint, including updates to reporting requirements and leach rate limits for environmental compliance. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from September 15, 2017, highlights various environmental issues, including New York City's plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings, congressional support for coal-fired power plants, and Brazil's initiative to protect 10% of its coastal areas under the UN Convention on Biodiversity. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various climate and energy policy updates, including a court case against the EPA over a methane rule pause and the implications of the U.S. exiting the Paris climate agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA issued a final rule approving a revision to California's State Implementation Plan for a photochemical assessment monitoring system in six ozone nonattainment areas, effective October 30, 2017, and also revised the NESHAP for phosphoric acid manufacturing and phosphate fertilizer production, extending compliance deadlines for emissions reporting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting Canada's ultimatum to provinces Saskatchewan and Manitoba to join a climate change plan or lose federal funding for greenhouse gas reduction efforts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various controversies and legal challenges surrounding the agency's new chemical review process, delays in methane standards, and the authority to delay a facility safety rule, reflecting the contentious regulatory environment under the Trump administration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA announced a new plan under Administrator Scott Pruitt to evaluate chemical safety that limits assessments to manufacturers' intended uses, prompting criticism from environmentalists who argue it undermines safety measures established by the recent overhaul of the Toxic Substances Control Act. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
Environmental groups are urging the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals to reinstate the EPA's methane rule for new oil and gas wells, arguing that the agency's temporary stay violates the Clean Air Act and harms vulnerable communities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses a White House meeting during Energy Week where state officials and Native American tribal leaders, including representatives from the Navajo Nation, will address energy development on tribal lands and the future of the Navajo Generating Station, amidst ongoing challenges in coal energy viability. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The EPA approved revisions to the Alabama State Implementation Plan (SIP) regarding volatile organic compounds, adding certain compounds to the negligibly reactive list and removing specific emissions requirements, while also withdrawing a previous direct final rule related to these changes. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals delayed arguments regarding the EPA's 2015 coal ash rule to November following Administrator Scott Pruitt's decision to reconsider parts of the regulation, requiring the agency to specify which portions will be reconsidered by November 15. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recent environmental news highlights, including the Trump administration's decision to avoid settling lawsuits with environmentalists, Northeastern states targeting carbon emissions from vehicles, and New York's objection to the Millennium Pipeline project approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The EPA issued a regulatory alert on November 2, 2017, detailing a final rule confirming that the Philadelphia area has attained the 2008 ozone NAAQS, alongside announcing a meeting of the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee scheduled for December 12, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The EPA is reviewing the model year 2021 mileage standards for light-duty vehicles, causing a divide between major automobile manufacturers seeking flexibility and equipment suppliers advocating for unchanged standards to protect manufacturing jobs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The EPA's Energy and Climate Report from August 30, 2017, discusses air pollution threats from Hurricane Harvey in Houston, the need for repairs on Enbridge's Line 5 pipeline in Michigan, Xcel Energy's proposal to retire coal units in Colorado, and a court ruling against the Interior Department for delaying an oil and gas royalty rule. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report, highlighting concerns about the potential elimination of the U.S. Chemical Safety Board, which is investigating the explosions at Arkema's Texas chemical plant following Hurricane Harvey. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The EPA's Samantha Dravis forwarded a POLITICO article reporting that a federal appeals court canceled oral arguments in the Sierra Club's lawsuit challenging the Energy Department's approval of the Cove Point liquefied natural gas export application, indicating a decision may be forthcoming. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from the EPA discusses various energy and climate topics, including a new Israeli-French satellite for climate monitoring, a panel's conclusion on EPA head Pruitt's carbon skepticism, and issues related to coal-fired power plants and energy trading. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from September 7, 2017, discusses various environmental issues including the safety concerns surrounding the Arkema chemical plant explosion in Texas post-Hurricane Harvey, the challenges of hazardous waste disposal for businesses in Houston, and the suspension of cleanup work at Florida Superfund sites in anticipation of Hurricane Irma. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Joe Pompeo at POLITICO discusses a Wall Street Journal article revealing that GOP operative Peter W. Smith sought to obtain emails from Hillary Clinton's private server, potentially implicating retired Lt. Gen. Mike Flynn in the effort, amidst ongoing investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 election. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The EPA received a regulatory alert detailing proposed amendments to radiation control regulations in Delaware and minimum safety standards for logging systems in Idaho, with hearings and comment deadlines specified for both states. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the political challenges surrounding Senate nominations for EPA positions, highlights a coalition of oil and gas companies investing in low-carbon technologies, and summarizes recent climate-related news and developments. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's May 23, 2017, Federal Regulatory Alert discusses an upcoming CASAC meeting on sulfur oxides health criteria and a proposed consent decree in a Texas case requiring Vopak Terminal Deer Park Inc. to pay penalties and implement emission controls for environmental violations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The email discusses the EPA's conclusion that Administrator Scott Pruitt's comments on climate change did not violate the agency's scientific integrity policy, following a complaint from the Sierra Club. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from November 6, 2017, highlights the U.S. stance at the Bonn Climate Talks amidst President Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, discusses gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey affecting climate policy, and notes the Senate's upcoming vote on the EPA air office nominee. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has officially put on hold an Obama-era methane regulation aimed at limiting leaks from oil and gas wells, while also delaying compliance deadlines by 90 days, as it considers repealing the rule due to concerns over public input during its development. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various environmental regulatory issues, including potential changes to air quality standards under new leadership, concerns over exemptions for animal feeding operations from emissions reporting, and ongoing legal challenges related to nutrient limits in wastewater permits and data disclosure laws in New Jersey. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
Environmentalists are urging a federal court to compel the EPA to enforce its methane rule for new oil and gas wells after the agency failed to appeal a prior court ruling that deemed its stay of the rule unlawful. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA is holding a public hearing on its proposal to exempt glider kits from greenhouse gas emissions standards, following requests from manufacturers, while environmental groups argue that regulating these emissions is essential for public health. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email discusses a new policy by the EPA that requires regional offices to obtain approval from headquarters before making information requests to companies, a move that critics argue could weaken environmental enforcement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Frank Maisano discusses updates on energy-related topics, including the tax bill, the swearing-in of FERC commissioners, and the ongoing UN climate change conference in Bonn, Germany, while emphasizing the progress in the U.S. energy sector. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The EPA's Energy and Climate Report from September 6, 2017, discusses the EU's commitment to the Paris climate accord despite the U.S. withdrawal, announces the upcoming proposal to repeal the Clean Power Plan, and highlights political dynamics affecting U.S. energy regulation and international climate funding. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report about Pennsylvania nuns appealing a court decision that dismissed their lawsuit against the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Co. regarding the Atlantic Sunrise pipeline, citing religious freedom concerns. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 16
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Trump administration's support for a global deal on refrigerants, updates on a lawsuit against the Keystone XL pipeline approval, and the EPA's denial of refiners' petitions regarding the renewable fuel standard's point of obligation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses concerns from Senate Democrats about the potential inclusion of oil and gas drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) within a broader tax reform package being advanced by Senate Republicans, highlighting the lack of attention to the issue amidst the tax debate. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 17
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various legal challenges and regulatory changes under the Trump administration, including the implications of a new executive order on rulemaking, environmentalists' concerns over the Clean Power Plan, and the agency's efforts to delay methane regulations, highlighting the contentious regulatory landscape. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA's August 14, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses California's readoption of emergency rules regarding oil spill prevention and response planning, including updated definitions and requirements for contingency plans and drills for inland oil facilities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA issued a direct final rule and proposed revisions to the Alabama State Implementation Plan (SIP) regarding the definition of "volatile organic compounds," effective October 16, 2017, which includes adding certain compounds to a negligibly reactive list and removing various reporting and emission requirements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email from the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report indicating that the agency has made little progress on deciding whether to relax greenhouse gas standards for cars, raising concerns about meeting a deadline that would lock in current standards through 2025. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 17
The email discusses the House of Representatives' debate on the Energy and Water spending package, highlighting various proposed amendments related to environmental regulations, funding for energy programs, and infrastructure projects, as reported by POLITICO Pro Energy. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The email discusses the meeting between President Trump and Pope Francis, highlighting their differing views on climate change and the pressure from Senate Democrats urging Trump to remain in the Paris Agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The email discusses the White House's directive to the EPA to abandon proposed cuts to biodiesel volumes and the allowance of export credits for ethanol, following pressure from Midwestern senators and governors. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various critical issues facing the agency, including Scott Pruitt's controversial decision on ozone air standards, industry challenges to methane regulations, coal ash liability cases, and potential new incentives for electric vehicle use. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5