EPA Communications on Chemical Safety Issues

This group contains emails discussing health risks and regulatory actions related to hazardous chemicals, including methylene chloride and pesticide applicator training.

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The email from Nick Joseph urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride due to health risks, following the death of a friend from its use, highlighting the agency's responsibility to protect consumers and workers. 2018
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt signed a Memorandum of Agreement with State Agriculture Commissioners to establish an interagency Working Group aimed at improving the Endangered Species Act consultation process for pesticide registration. 2018
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from David Landin to Bill Wehrum discusses uncertainty regarding a potential release related to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) scheduled for April 20, 2018, and requests assistance in connecting Kelly with Nancy Beck. 2018
ED_002061_00181947
Bill Wehrum
1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is involved in enforcement action against Earth Science Laboratories for alleged violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, with the company seeking a meeting to negotiate a resolution to the $200,000 settlement demand. 2018
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The email exchange between Robert Daguillard of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Nicholas Vital discusses a press inquiry regarding the total pesticide sales in the U.S. for comparison with Brazilian figures, with Daguillard suggesting a database that may contain more recent information. 2018
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13 Tier
2
The email correspondence between Jeff Gunnulfsen of AFPM and David P. Ross of the EPA confirms a scheduled meeting on February 23, 2018, to discuss topics relevant to the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers. 2018
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1 Tier
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The email from Claire Kramer at Bloomberg Next provides Nancy Beck with dial-in and login instructions for the upcoming webinar on the implementation of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) as part of the 2018 Chemical Policy Summit Series. 2018
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The EPA is prioritizing the management of PFAS chemicals and is committed to collaborating with federal partners, as outlined in a statement from Dr. Peter Grevatt, while also planning community engagement events and evaluating the need for a maximum contaminant level for PFOA and PFOS. 2018
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13 Tier
2
The email from Linda Reinsteini to various recipients, including Dr. Nancy B. Beck of the EPA, discusses a joint meeting regarding asbestos with multiple organizations focused on health and safety. 2018
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Kaitlin Donley urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride due to health risks, following the death of a friend who used a product containing the chemical. 2018
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The email correspondence between Cindy Smith and EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting for Gowan Group of Companies with EPA Administrator Pruitt to address pesticide-related issues and policies. 2018
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Nancy Beck
2
The email correspondence between Cherish Ni and Nancy Beck discusses the coordination of seminars involving the U.S. EPA and the Toxic and Chemical Substances Bureau, highlighting the participation of EPA representatives and the anticipation of a conference call to learn from EPA experts. 2018
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Christian Schwensen urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride-based paint strippers due to health risks, following the death of a friend who used such a product. 2018
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Rachel Colangelo urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride due to health risks, following the death of a friend who used a methylene chloride-based paint stripper. 2018
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The email correspondence between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses the urgency of a new artificial intelligence initiative and the need for a timely comment period, with hopes that the Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP) will exercise its discretion appropriately. 2018
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The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Stuart Levenbach of NOAA discusses scheduling a meeting to update each other on a pesticide consultation and prepare for an upcoming interagency call regarding the pesticide working group. 2018
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The email from Cindy Wynne discusses the impact of her son's death and expresses a desire to engage with the EPA regarding the regulation of Methylene Chloride, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA lawsuit. 2018
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The American Chemistry Council's Formaldehyde Panel expressed concerns to the EPA regarding the revised formaldehyde IRIS assessment, emphasizing the need for it to incorporate a mode of action framework and address scientific shortcomings identified in previous drafts. 2018
ED_002061_00183779
Bill Wehrum
3
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is organizing the 2018 Legislative Day event from March 18-20, 2018, at the Capital Hilton, and has outlined the responsibilities and arrangements for speakers, including a presentation by Tate Bennett on pesticide regulatory reform. 2018
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from Gabe Rozsa to Deputy Administrator Andrew Wheeler discusses the IPC's concerns regarding the EPA's reporting requirements for recycled inorganic byproducts under TSCA, highlighting the industry's request for a negotiated rulemaking to limit these requirements and providing supporting documentation. 2018
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Andrew Wheeler
2
The email from Geoffrey Brown urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride-based paint strippers due to health risks, following the death of a friend from its use. 2018
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Mary Ellen Raphael urges the EPA to expedite the ban on Methylene Chloride due to its documented health risks and recent reports of delays in rule-making following a death linked to the chemical. 2018
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Hannah Durant urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride due to health risks, following the death of a friend who used a product containing the chemical. 2018
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The email correspondence between EPA officials and Jim Fredericks from the National Pest Management Association discusses scheduling a meeting with the Acting Administrator to introduce the organization and address pesticide-related issues. 2018
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Tate Bennett
2
Steve Colangelo expresses concern to Nancy Beck at the EPA about the agency's delay in banning methylene chloride, following the death of a friend who used a product containing the chemical, emphasizing the need to protect consumers and workers from hazardous substances. 2018
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The email from Lauren Drees to Nancy Beck and others expresses concern to the EPA regarding the indefinite postponement of a ban on methylene chloride, urging the agency to expedite the rule-making process to protect consumers and workers from its health risks. 2018
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The email from Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses a follow-up on the formaldehyde decay curve, indicating that she or a team member will provide more substantive information next week. 2018
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The email correspondence between Seth Goldberg and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses the potential for Beck to speak at the Chemical Watch Global Business Summit and the need for ethics clearance for the event, as well as scheduling a meeting to discuss issues related to the Center for Biocide Chemistries. 2018
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) outlines the process and timeline for evaluating the chemical Oetamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4) under the amended Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), including prioritization and risk evaluation procedures. 2018
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Nancy Beck
2
Ashley Eppes urges the EPA to finalize the proposed ban on methylene chloride due to health risks, expressing concern over the indefinite postponement of the rule-making process. 2018
ED_002061_00038106
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The email from Alexander R. Domesle of the EOP/CEQ discusses scheduling the next meeting of the ESA Pesticide Working Group for August 15 or 16, encouraging agencies like EPA, DOI, DOC, and USDA to prepare progress updates in advance. 2018
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T12 Interagency Documents
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The email exchange between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses the need for more engagement on Section 5 issues related to chemical safety and pollution prevention following a webinar. 2018
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2
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing a contact regarding a paint stripper issue, with Nancy Beck facilitating an introductory discussion with Lou Hayden from Lowe's and other EPA colleagues. 2018
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1 Tier
3
Cullen McDonald urges the EPA to expedite the proposed ban on methylene chloride due to health risks, following the death of a friend who used a product containing the chemical. 2018
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The Environmental Defense Fund submitted extensive comments to the EPA challenging its changes to the New Chemicals Review Program under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). 2018
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The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses the availability of Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) data for 1998, clarifying that while the TRI Explorer tool can provide information on chemical releases, the EPA does not categorize TRI reporters as top "polluters" and does not have revenue data for these facilities. 2018
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13 Tier
2
The email from Tina Bahadori of the EPA expresses appreciation for a commentary submitted by the American Chemistry Council's Formaldehyde Panel and indicates a willingness to discuss the completed assessment in a public forum. 2018
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Richard Yamada
1
The California Attorney General's Office, led by Xavier Becerra, filed a lawsuit against the EPA for suspending critical safeguards under the Agricultural Worker Protection Standard, aimed at protecting agricultural workers from pesticide exposure. 2018
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Tate Bennett
3
The email from Linda Reinstein discusses the rescheduling of a meeting on asbestos issues involving the Environmental Protection Agency and various organizations, now set for March 29, 2018. 2018
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The American Chemistry Council's President, Cal Dooley, expresses gratitude to the U.S. Department of State for its effective engagement and support at the third session of the United Nations Environment Assembly, highlighting the importance of U.S. participation in shaping international environmental policies that affect the chemical industry. 2018
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2 Tier
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The email from Nancy Beck to George Noguchi discusses a tentative invitation for a meeting on pesticide use scheduled for February 26, 2018, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2018 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reviewing a court decision regarding the immediate implementation of a regulation that prohibits minors from handling restricted use pesticides, but has no comment at this time. 2018
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13 Tier
1
The email exchange between Robert Daguillard of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Alison Cassity discusses a request for an interview regarding asbestos regulations for an article in Cancer Wellness Magazine, focusing on the risks asbestos poses to cancer patients. 2018
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13 Tier
2
The email from Liz Hitchcock of Safer Chemicals Healthy Families urges the new Acting EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler to take action on banning four highly toxic chemicals that were not regulated under former Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2018
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A concerned citizen, Peter Brodhead, urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride due to its serious health risks and recent fatalities associated with its use. 2018
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Sarah Amick from the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association is requesting a meeting with the EPA to discuss comments on prioritization for risk evaluation under TSCA and propose a voluntary information outreach framework for downstream chemical users. 2018
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Nancy Beck
1
The email from Brian Wynne to EPA officials expresses outrage over the deaths caused by methylene chloride and urges the agency to ban its consumer sales to protect public health. 2018
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The email correspondence involves personnel nominations by President Trump, with Peter Wright from Dow Chemical acknowledging receipt of the announcement and indicating his availability for further discussions. 2018
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Christian Palich
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Susy Teale urges the EPA to finalize a ban on Methylene Chloride due to health risks and recent fatalities associated with its use, highlighting the agency's responsibility to protect consumers and workers. 2018
ED_002061_00037176
1
The email exchange between Michael Abboud of the EPA and Alicia Alford from CBS Evening News discusses a request for an interview regarding the EPA's proposed rule on Significant New Use Rules (SNUR) and reactions to criticisms from various groups about asbestos regulation. 2018
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Michael Abboud
1
The email from Americans for Limited Government discusses the constitutional responsibility of Congress to declare war, specifically in the context of President Trump's consideration of military action in Syria following a chemical weapons attack by the Assad regime. 2018
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Michael Abboud
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses a meeting request related to the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization and includes a request for contact details for the office of public affairs. 2018
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6
The email from Nancy Beck, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the EPA, is a communication regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, specifically referencing a legal matter related to safer chemicals. 2018
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1 Tier
1
California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, along with the Attorneys General of New York and Maryland, filed a lawsuit against the EPA for suspending critical safeguards under the Agricultural Worker Protection Standard aimed at protecting agricultural workers from pesticide exposure. 2018
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Nancy Beck
3
The email from Suzanne Derby to EPA officials urges the agency to finalize a ban on Methylene Chloride following the tragic death of a user, emphasizing the need to protect consumers and workers from toxic chemicals. 2018
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Andrew Ellis urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride due to its health risks, following the death of a friend who used a product containing the chemical. 2018
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The email from Michael Abboud of the EPA's Office of Public Affairs addresses false reports regarding the agency's proposed rule on asbestos, clarifying that the rule would actually prohibit new uses of asbestos unless approved by the EPA. 2018
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13 Tier
1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a query from Kelly Johnson regarding the lead for the Pesticide Working Group announced by Administrator Pruitt, and includes a response indicating that Nancy Beck from the OCSPP office is being copied for further assistance. 2018
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Nancy Beck
1
The email from Lewis Kesaris urges the EPA to reconsider its decision to delay the ban on methylene chloride-based paint strippers, citing concerns for consumer and worker safety following a friend's death related to the chemical. 2018
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Steve Degnen urges the EPA to expedite the ban on Methylene Chloride, citing the recent death of a young man who used the chemical safely, and emphasizes the agency's responsibility to protect consumers from toxic substances. 2018
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Carol Degneri urges the EPA to finalize the proposed ban on Methylene Chloride due to health risks, following the death of a friend's son while using a product containing the chemical. 2018
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The email from Anastasia Coots of Cargill discusses concerns and follow-up questions regarding risk assessments related to health hazards and inhalation risks for a chemical, emphasizing the need for review of updated data and references before any potential Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) discussions, involving collaboration with the EPA. 2018
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The email from EPA spokesperson James Hewitt discusses the agency's ongoing review of a San Francisco Appeals Court decision regarding the pesticide Chlorpyrifos, highlighting concerns about inaccessible data from the Columbia Center that hampers the evaluation process. 2018
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Michael Abboud
4
The email from Brian Chamowitz to EPA officials expresses concern over the agency's indefinite postponement of a ban on methylene chloride, urging prompt action to protect consumers and workers from its health risks. 2018
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1
The email from Tate Bennett discusses CropLife America's support for Andrew Wheeler's nomination as Deputy Administrator of the EPA, highlighting the organization's role in representing pesticide manufacturers and the need for Senate-confirmed leadership at the agency. 2018
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Tate Bennett
3
The email from Chris Robinson discusses concerns regarding the EPA's handling of methylene chloride regulations and suggests that the ongoing litigation (Sierra Club v. EPA) may delay rule-making processes. 2018
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The email from Nancy Beck, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the EPA, discusses her readiness to respond to questions regarding the SOT TSCA session, which involves risk evaluations and guidance for external parties, as prepared by Kevin Cox and others. 2018
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett of the EPA and Aline DeLucia of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture discusses scheduling a follow-up conversation regarding pesticide-related issues. 2018
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Tate Bennett
1
Caroline West from CBS National News is requesting a response from the EPA regarding the Environmental Working Group's report on glyphosate levels in oat cereals marketed to children, which suggests the EPA's limits are insufficient for protecting children's health. 2018
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Michael Abboud
1
The email from Brian Wynne to multiple recipients discusses the Navy's decision to phase out Methylene Chloride following the death of his brother Drew Wynne, emphasizing the need for action against the dangers of the chemical. 2018
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The email from Robert Daguillard of the EPA discusses the proposed Significant New Use Rule for asbestos, which requires manufacturers and importers to notify the EPA of certain asbestos uses prior to processing or importing, as part of the agency's ongoing risk evaluation under the amended TSCA. 2018
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13 Tier
4
The email from Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses the cancellation of an in-person meeting with the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization due to a government shutdown, suggesting a teleconference instead. 2018
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The email from Laurie Flanagan requests a meeting with Nancy Beck to discuss the Safer Choice Program and invites her to speak at ISSA's Forum regarding TSCA implementation and OCSPP priorities. 2018
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The email from Linda Reinstein discusses scheduling a meeting regarding asbestos awareness with various stakeholders, including Administrator Pruitt, for March 28 or 29, 2018, under the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization. 2018
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The email from Lawrence Culleen discusses scheduling an informal meeting with Nancy Beck and Jeff Morris to update them on progress made by the Semiconductor Industry Association's Consortium regarding new chemicals, specifically Photo-acid Generators, in relation to the EPA's New Chemicals Program. 2018
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Andrew Regen urges the EPA to expedite the proposed ban on methylene chloride due to health risks, following the death of a friend who used a methylene chloride-based paint stripper. 2018
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The email correspondence between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses scheduling a webinar on the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and the urgency of finalizing the details due to interest from Bloomberg. 2018
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Jacquelyn Karpovich urges the EPA to finalize a ban on methylene chloride due to its health risks, following the death of a friend who used a product containing the chemical. 2018
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1
The email from Linda Reinstein discusses the rescheduling of a joint meeting on asbestos originally set for March 21, 2018, involving multiple recipients including Scott Pruitt from the EPA. 2018
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1 Tier
2
The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Aline DeLucia from the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture discusses pesticide-related issues and the need for ongoing communication regarding updates. 2018
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Tate Bennett
1
The email exchange between Robert Daguillard of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Carey Gillam discusses the current definition of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and whether the description provided is still accurate. 2018
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13 Tier
2
The email from Enesta Jones discusses the EPA's regulatory control over bleach as a pesticide, confirming that bleach products claiming to kill avian flu must be registered under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, and outlines the approval process for antimicrobial pesticides. 2018
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13 Tier
2
The email from Andrea Geddis urges the EPA to finalize a ban on methylene chloride due to its serious health risks, following the death of a friend who used a methylene chloride-based paint stripper. 2018
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The email correspondence between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses scheduling options for a TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) webinar. 2018
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The email from Robert Daguillard of the U.S. EPA acknowledges Karen Thompson's positive feedback on an EPA article about mosquito control and indicates he will share her infographic with the pesticides program team. 2018
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13 Tier
1
The email discusses the EPA's recent withdrawal of proposed pesticide regulation exemptions related to gene-edited products and the need for further clarification on regulatory policies, as communicated by Jane DeMarchi of the American Seed Trade Association to EPA officials. 2018
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Nancy Beck
2
The EPA is releasing a draft human health risk assessment for the pesticide atrazine, highlighting potential risks to children and workers, and inviting public comment on this and related assessments for simazine and propazine. 2018
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Kaitlin Keller of the EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention discusses the attachment of Appendix 6 from the 2014 Chlorpyrifos Human Health Risk Assessment, which addresses co-exposure to environmental contaminants, following up on a meeting with Janet Collins from CropLife America. 2018
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Nancy Beck
3
Catherine Tai urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride due to health risks, following the death of a friend who used a product containing the chemical. 2018
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The email from Chris Andresen requests Nancy Beck to provide an update on the formaldehyde emissions rule and discuss laminated products at the American Home Furnishings Alliance's annual Board Meeting on May 15, 2018, in Washington, DC. 2018
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The email from Nancy Beck discusses the advocacy efforts of three mothers who lost their sons to methylene chloride-containing paint strippers, leading to the EPA's decision to move forward with a final rule on banning these products after a meeting with them. 2018
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The email from Nancy Beck, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP), expresses condolences regarding the passing of public health advocate Andy, acknowledging his impact on the safer chemicals community. 2018
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1
The email from Michael Dourson to Liz Bowman discusses an upcoming briefing by Professor Jeffry Jenkins on pesticide safety for the Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP) at the EPA, suggesting it could be a noteworthy story for the administrator. 2018
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Roy Rathbun urges the EPA to finalize a ban on Methylene Chloride following the tragic death of a friend's son who used the chemical, highlighting the agency's responsibility to protect consumers from toxic substances. 2018
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Mary Jane Bryant urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride-based paint strippers due to health risks, following the death of a friend who used the product. 2018
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Logan Sease urges the EPA to expedite the ban on methylene chloride due to its toxic effects, citing a personal tragedy involving a friend's death from exposure to the chemical. 2018
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1
The email from Michael Abboud of the EPA clarifies that recent reports about the agency allowing new uses of asbestos are inaccurate, emphasizing that a proposed rule would actually prohibit such uses unless approved by the EPA. 2018
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13 Tier
1
The email from Caffey Norman at Squire Patton Boggs discusses the need for approval from Nancy Beck on draft presentation slides regarding chemical regulation for an upcoming roundtable event. 2018
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2
The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Aline DeLucia discusses scheduling a call to touch base on the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act (PRIA) related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2018
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Andrew Wheeler, Deputy Administrator of the U.S. EPA, indicates his inability to attend a CropLife America Strategic Oversight Council meeting on pesticide policy due to a focus on internal meetings, but expresses willingness to engage at a later date. 2018
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Andrew Wheeler
2