EPA Meetings on Environmental Regulations

This collection includes email correspondence discussing various meetings and communications related to environmental regulations and policies coordinated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

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The email exchange between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Kathy Steckelberg of the Edison Electric Institute discusses a misunderstanding involving a staffer and mentions the potential firing of an EPA staffer. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is hosting a workshop on November 29, 2017, to discuss the outlook for oil and gas production in the Permian and SCOOP/STACK plays, focusing on resource potential, production profiles, and associated challenges. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The EPA is organizing a farmer town hall event with Administrator Scott Pruitt in Iowa on December 1, 2017, and attendees must RSVP to participate. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email exchange between Gary Hoitsma and Ryan Jackson discusses scheduling a meeting with Wayne Nastri of the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) to address air quality management challenges and potential support from the Trump Administration's infrastructure plan, but Jackson expresses doubts about the meeting's feasibility. 2017 HQ2017008402 24
The email from David Thompson of Blank Rome Government Relations LLC inquires whether Ryan Jackson from the EPA will be attending the National Mining Association meeting in Florida from April 23-25, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email exchange between Mamie Funk from Shell and Samantha Dravis from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt and the topics to be covered, with Dravis unable to attend due to a doctor's appointment. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA announces a training workshop on July 12, 2017, focused on implementing the President's Cybersecurity Executive Order and its requirements, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email from Tim Hutchinson to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a letter from TruGreen supporting the EPA's withdrawal and rewrite of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange involves Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, discussing a potential candidate for a role at the Office of Research and Development (ORD) and expressing appreciation for a prior meeting with Mark Marin, who suggests Joe Brazauskas as a suitable candidate. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Deborah J. Williams to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses the City of Springfield's submission of supporting documentation regarding the reconsideration of the Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category (Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2009-0819). 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email from Concur Solutions notifies Samantha Dravis of the EPA that her travel document for a trip on June 2, 2017, has been returned and requires corrections to avoid losing reservations or delaying reimbursement. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Robert Nolan at the EPA informs Ryan Jackson about a technology announcement from ExxonMobil regarding an algae strain that has significantly increased oil production, noting that further research is needed before commercial application. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between Christopher Tampio of the American Dental Association and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting on May 26, 2017, regarding a staff meeting and the unavailability of Administrator Pruitt, with a suggestion to meet with Dr. Crowley instead. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Rich Nolan discusses an upcoming National Mining Association rooftop reception on October 3, 2017, and requests RSVPs by September 25, while noting compliance with House and Senate ethics rules. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Jennifer Kaufmann to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses concerns from an industry client regarding the implementation of a formaldehyde regulation and seeks guidance on addressing these issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The Earthjustice and Sierra Club attorneys are criticizing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's initiative to seek public input on modifying clean air rules, arguing that it undermines the agency's legal obligation to protect public health and the environment. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The Association of Air Pollution Control Agencies (AAPCA) is announcing its 2017 Fall Business Meeting scheduled for September 20-22 in Raleigh, North Carolina, which will include sessions on succession planning and air quality management, along with registration details and recent comments submitted to the EPA regarding regulatory evaluations and funding. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis, Senior Counsel at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, expresses gratitude to Bob for a recent visit and indicates a desire to maintain communication, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email exchange involves Samantha Dravis from the EPA declining an invitation to speak at the Portland General Electric Board retreat on June 6, 2017, due to prior travel commitments, and inquiring if another representative from the EPA could attend. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Kate Fay of Noble Energy to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a request for a meeting to present ideas on air quality reform. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Jeff Sadosky to Samantha Dravis expresses appreciation for a recent meeting regarding the golf industry and mentions a potential collaboration with Senator Portman's office on the Regulatory Accountability Act, highlighting a positive shift in the EPA's reception compared to previous years. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from the National Association of Convenience Stores and the Society of Independent Gasoline Marketers of America to the EPA requests a meeting to discuss their opposition to changing the "point of obligation" within the Renewable Fuel Standard, citing concerns over anti-competitive effects and inaccuracies in the petitions supporting the change. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) invited U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Associate Administrator Samantha Dravis and Administrator Scott Pruitt to tour a large scrap recycling facility in Jersey City, New Jersey, to learn about the industry's operations and impact. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email exchange between Darrin Munoz of Faegre Baker Daniels LLP and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt regarding uranium producers, aiming to set a date before the July 15th deadline. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The United States Environmental Protection Agency outlines responses to the Department of Commerce regarding permit streamlining and reducing regulatory burdens for domestic manufacturing, detailing relevant statutes and opportunities for simplifying regulatory programs. 2017 HQ2017008402 131
The email from Benjamin Klein to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a meeting request to review the Part 192 uranium rulemaking initiated under the Obama Administration, on behalf of the Uranium Producers of America and the National Mining Association. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a request from governors for the EPA Administrator to set aside the Final Determination for Model Year 2022-2025 vehicle greenhouse gas standards issued by the previous administration, emphasizing the need for a proper review process under the Trump administration. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email exchange between Anna Burhop from the American Chemistry Council and Samantha Dravis from the EPA discusses Dravis's acceptance to speak at the ACC's Environmental Management Committee Spring Meeting on regulatory reform, while expressing concerns about the adequacy of her speaking material. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Marnie Funk of Shell discusses scheduling a meeting to prepare for a discussion with Administrator Pruitt, with Dravis unable to attend due to a doctor's appointment. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email correspondence between U.S. EPA Chief of Staff Ryan Jackson and Michael Walls discusses an invitation for Jackson to speak at the ACC Health, Products and Science Policy Committee meeting on June 27, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Rich Nolan of the National Mining Association and Samantha Dravis discusses a meeting to review outstanding rules affecting the coal and mining sector. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence involves Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the EPA, discussing a request for insights on the Paris climate agreement ahead of a White House meeting, highlighting concerns about the EPA Administrator's critical stance on the agreement's economic impact and commitments. 2017 HQ2017008402 10
The document consists of emails between Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, and Scott Fulton from ELI, discussing attendance at an ELI dinner and coordination for upcoming events and nominations. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Craig Montesano of the American Waterways Operators discusses scheduling a call regarding the Puget Sound No Discharge Zone (NDZ). 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email correspondence between Will Hupman of the American Petroleum Institute and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to address the Point of Obligation issue, with Hupman seeking to finalize a time for the meeting. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email correspondence among EPA officials discusses the urgent need for Henry Darwin to report to an EPA badge office for fingerprinting to finalize his employment appointment, emphasizing the importance of timely action to avoid delays in his start date. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Jeff Sadosky to EPA officials discusses a request for a meeting to address regulatory issues related to HFC 134a, which is impacting the National Marine Manufacturers' member company, Structural Composites, following a recent court ruling that vacated existing EPA regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Kenneth Kilbert invites Samantha Dravis of the EPA to speak at the Great Lakes Water Conference on November 3, 2017, focusing on water policy under the Trump and Trudeau administrations. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses Ron Minsk's testimony regarding the history and regulatory implications of the point of obligation (POO) in the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), emphasizing the need for the EPA to reconsider its decision to place compliance obligations on refiners and importers rather than blenders. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The U.S. EPA is organizing a closed stakeholder meeting with public power CEOs on June 19, 2017, to discuss regulatory certainty and the future of regulation under Section 111, with logistical details being coordinated by Ryan Jackson and Mandy Gunasekara. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses an update on the Dental Amalgam Rule and indicates that further discussions are needed to resolve ongoing issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The letter from various industry professionals urges the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, to continue funding the successful WaterSense program in Fiscal Year 2017 and beyond, highlighting its effectiveness in promoting water efficiency and conservation amidst ongoing drought conditions. 2017 HQ2017008402 7
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt is invited to speak at the C2ES Business Environmental Leadership Council meeting on July 20, 2017, where he will address key stakeholders from major companies on climate leadership and greenhouse gas emissions policies. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Quin Shea of the Edison Electric Institute and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to follow up on a successful visit by Administrator Pruitt with the EEI board. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the Trump administration's plans to reconsider greenhouse gas emission standards for vehicles, which were locked in by the Obama administration, in response to requests from the auto industry. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The document discusses the approval of an authorization related to the EPA and outlines the importance of sustainability in university systems, emphasizing the need for cooperation and environmental responsibility in response to global challenges. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The EPA is discussing a petition for reconsideration regarding effluent limitations guidelines for steam electric power plants, highlighting the need for a stay on compliance dates for indirect dischargers and seeking clarification on who will manage water issues in the short term. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Kassy C to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges a change in the Renewable Fuel Standard's "Point of Obligation" to protect jobs for independent refiners, who are adversely affected by current regulations that favor larger oil companies and convenience store chains. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Michael Walls of the American Chemistry Council invites Ryan Jackson of the EPA to speak at their Health, Products and Science Policy Committee meeting on June 27, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between Mimi Braniff from Delta and Samantha Dravis discusses the timing of the EPA's publication of Governor Wolf's Petition for a Severe and Economic Harm Waiver in the Federal Register. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between Kristin Strobel of BGR Government Affairs and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses a request for a meeting to introduce the leadership of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) to Administrator Pruitt, emphasizing the industry's economic impact and environmental contributions. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email from Mark DeLaquil to Ryan Jackson discusses Asarco LLC's intention to file comments on the EPA's CERCLA financial responsibility proposal and requests a meeting to address their concerns. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, and Leo Jardot discusses a phone call meeting being arranged between Ken Wagner and Will Baker to address Bay issues prior to an upcoming meeting, while also addressing a rumor regarding authority related to an El5 waiver. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a personal follow-up regarding a meeting and sharing a resume, unrelated to official agency business. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Elizabeth Bennett at the EPA discusses connecting Danielle Burr from Peck Madigan Jones with EPA Air Office staff, Mandy Gunasekara and Samantha Dravis, to address Delta Airlines' Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issue and facilitate a meeting with Secretary Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from the EPA discusses travel arrangements and receipts for employee Ryan Jackson's trip on November 8, 2017, including flight details and associated costs. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The National Waste & Recycling Association and other stakeholders submitted comments to the EPA urging the review and potential modification of the 2016 New Source Performance Standards and Emission Guidelines for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills, advocating for an administrative stay of the rules due to identified issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 20
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson of the U.S. EPA and Lem Smith discusses scheduling a meeting to discuss broad regulatory issues on June 28, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses logistics and preparations for Administrator Pruitt's participation at CERAWeek, including obtaining Dr. Yergin's mailing address for a thank-you note and coordinating questions for a Q&A session. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from ConocoPhillips' Kevin Avery to EPA's Samantha Dravis discusses a follow-up from an API meeting, requesting a meeting to discuss small remote incinerators in Alaska and methane regulation with a technical expert. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from George D. Baker to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests an introductory call to Jim Gulliford and Cathy Stepp in Region 7 regarding discussions about the Queeny RCRA site in St. Louis. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Marie Sanderson and Samantha Dravis discusses outreach efforts to governors regarding their comments on the EPA's greenhouse gas emission standards for vehicles, specifically urging the EPA Administrator to reconsider the Final Determination issued by the previous administration. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses regulatory actions taken in FY 2017, highlighting a net annualized cost savings of $70 million from 17 actions, including 16 deregulatory actions, and mentions potential future cost savings from revising burdensome rules from the previous administration. 2017 HQ2017008402 7
The email from the EPA discusses a trip for Ryan Jackson from Washington to Sydney scheduled for August 31, 2017, which is currently on hold and requires action to prevent automatic cancellation due to fare expiration. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email correspondence between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Anna Burhop of the American Chemistry Council discusses an invitation for Dravis to speak at the ACC's Environmental Management Committee Spring Meeting on May 23, 2017, pending ethics approval. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The National Association of Home Builders submitted comments to the U.S. EPA regarding the proposed NPDES Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permit for the District of Columbia, expressing concerns about new enforceable stormwater regulations that would impact home builders. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email from Jeremy Cari to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a potential candidate, Gregory Cochran, for the assistant administrator position for science and suggests a meeting to discuss how Cari can assist Jackson. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The EPA's Andrew Wheeler and the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee advanced the controversial nomination of Kathleen Hartnett White to the Council of Environmental Quality, despite criticism of her climate change skepticism. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Steve Censky of the American Soybean Association discusses their meeting with Administrator Pruitt and expresses enthusiasm for collaboration on agricultural and environmental issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, acknowledges an offer from former EPA official Bob Perciasepe to meet and discuss EPA operations with Administrator Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Michael Whatley to Samantha Dravis and Jonathan discusses scheduling a meeting between EPA Administrator Pruitt and members of the American Coalition for Ethanol during their visit to Washington, D.C. on March 23, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email discusses a request from Asarco LLC to meet with the U.S. EPA regarding concerns about the agency's CERCLA financial responsibility proposal, with proposed meeting dates in late July. 2017 HQ2017008402 8
The Competitive Enterprise Institute coordinated a joint letter to President Trump regarding the Paris Climate Treaty, supported by 39 organizations, as part of the Cooler Heads Coalition. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from David Kreutzer of the EPA discusses a meeting scheduled for March 20-21 regarding climate science, noting that Administrator Pruitt is unable to attend and that he and Al McGartland will represent the agency instead. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The American Lung Association is requesting a 60-day extension for the comment period on EPA's implementation of Executive Order 13777 regarding regulatory reform, emphasizing the need for thorough stakeholder input on critical Clean Air Act regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 8
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA celebrates the retirement announcement of GOP Rep. Lamar Smith, criticizing his anti-science stance and connections to the oil and gas industry while expressing support for the advocacy group 314 Action, which aims to elect more STEM professionals to office. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Bryan Jacobs of BMW Group to Samantha Dravis at the EPA expresses appreciation for a recent meeting and offers assistance, indicating a collaborative relationship between the agency and the automotive company. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA confirms that an authorization (AUTH189571) was approved by Twanna Lesperance, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received comments from NATSO opposing petitions to change the definition of obligated parties under the Renewable Fuel Standard, arguing that such changes would disrupt fuel markets and undermine the program's goals. 2017 HQ2017008402 18
The email from Tracy Mehan of the American Water Works Association to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the possibility of arranging a meeting between AWWA leadership and the EPA Administrator to discuss water infrastructure investments and support for initiatives like WIFIA and SRFs. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Erica Ann Sechrist at the EPA requests a meeting with Samantha Dravis regarding scheduling availability for Paul Bailey from ACCCE. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Rich Nolan of the National Mining Association discusses scheduling a meeting to follow up on mining sector rules and CERCLA-related matters. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the evaluation of existing regulations under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) as they pertain to agricultural biotechnology products. 2017 HQ2017008402 8
The email from Paul J. Deiro of California Resources Corporation to Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting on May 10 or 11 to address issues related to the Region 9 Methane Rule and Aquifer Exemptions. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses the participation of Samantha Dravis and potentially Nancy Beck as speakers at the Vinyl Institute meetings scheduled for May 16 and 17, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Paul Schlegel to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a joint submission by numerous agricultural organizations to the EPA regarding regulatory reform, coordinated by the American Farm Bureau, and expresses a desire to meet to discuss the importance of these issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, responds negatively to a request from Axios reporter Amy Harder regarding a story about Administrator Pruitt's involvement in the Paris Agreement, indicating he does not wish to engage further. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves Doug Deason coordinating with EPA officials, including Administrator Scott Pruitt, regarding an invitation for Pruitt to speak at the 2017 Crossroads Summit and confirming his participation in the event itinerary. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The emails involve Ryan Jackson from the EPA coordinating speaking engagements and visits for Administrator Pruitt, including a request to speak at a National Stone, Sand, and Gravel Association meeting and a visit to a hydraulic fracturing site in Colorado. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The Department of the Interior confirmed the Secretary's participation in a Tulsa Chamber of Commerce event on June 9, 2017, and coordinated details with the event's point of contact. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Dennis Hedke to Samantha Dravis discusses additional comments regarding staff building within the Office of Policy at the EPA, with an attached memo for consideration. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Tracee Bentley to EPA officials discusses concerns raised by the Colorado Petroleum Council regarding Section 114 enforcement actions in Region 8, emphasizing the impact on the oil and natural gas industry. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The document consists of emails from EPA officials discussing a recommendation for Matt Leopold from John Cruden and the forwarding of a resume for a communications position by C Boyden Gray to Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Dan Quan to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges a change in the Renewable Fuel Standard's "Point of Obligation" to protect jobs for independent refiners by addressing inequities in the current regulatory framework. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email discusses an invitation to a private roundtable hosted by the Center for a New American Security on September 14, 2017, focusing on the future of U.S. climate leadership, featuring remarks from key officials including George David Banks from the National Security Council. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA introduces Richard Guerard from Hyundai to Brittany Bolen and Samantha Dravis to discuss CAFE/LDVs issues and the MTE process. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, and Al Collins from OXY discusses collaboration on carbon production and regulatory issues, expressing a desire to highlight private sector contributions to carbon emission reductions. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and James Rizzo of the National Association of Home Builders discusses a congratulatory message regarding Dravis's new position at the EPA and mentions a potential meeting, while noting Dravis's inability to accept lunch invitations due to federal employee regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses a follow-up on a peer review request related to aircraft proposals by OTAQ, acknowledging a constructive meeting with Boeing and GE representatives to advance aviation manufacturing in the U.S. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
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. 2017 HQ2017008402 9