Hurricane Irma Recovery Efforts and Meetings

This group includes communications and schedules related to Florida's recovery efforts and official meetings following Hurricane Irma.

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The email from Rafael Mangual of the Manhattan Institute discusses the rescheduling of an event with EPA Administrator Pruitt and outlines the need to contact original guests for attendance confirmation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email discusses the confirmation hearing of FERC nominees Kevin McIntyre and Rich Glick, who affirmed states' authority to establish renewable portfolio standards, while also highlighting ongoing legal challenges to state energy programs in New York and Illinois. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email exchange between Robert Nolan of ExxonMobil and Lee Forsgren of the EPA discusses coordination and communication regarding the response to flooding in Texas and Louisiana following Hurricane Harvey. 2017
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The email from Darrell Henry urges Christian Palich to support the confirmation of nominees for the Interior Department, criticizing New York Senator Chuck Schumer for obstructing progress in the West. 2017
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Christian Palich
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FEMA's Robert Nadeau forwarded an update regarding Hurricane Irma, a potentially catastrophic Category 5 hurricane, to various officials, highlighting its current location and projected path towards the northern Leeward Islands and Puerto Rico. 2017
ED_002061_00064299
Tate Bennett
7
The National Weather Service in Lake Charles, Louisiana, issued a tropical update on September 6, 2017, warning that Hurricane Irma, a Category 5 storm, is projected to threaten Florida due to a change in its path caused by an upper-level trough of low pressure. 2017
ED_002061_00064178
Tate Bennett
8
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the logistics and confirmation of a meeting between Administrator Pruitt and John Adams, with details about attendees and the meeting location. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email correspondence discusses the Senate's confirmation process for William L. Wehrum as an Assistant Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, highlighting support from Senate leadership. 2017
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Christian Palich
5
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, and Michael Dourson discusses the anticipated start date for Dourson's position at the EPA, suggesting a target of October 1, 2017, while expressing concerns about potential scrutiny before Dourson's confirmation hearing. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued an update on September 9, 2017, regarding Hurricane Irma preparedness efforts led by Governor Rick Scott, who is coordinating with local officials and emergency management to ensure community readiness and resource availability. 2017
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Michael Abboud
11
The EPA is actively responding to Hurricane Harvey by mobilizing personnel and resources to assess environmental hazards and support local authorities in affected areas, with a focus on safety and coordination with FEMA and state agencies. 2017
ED_002061_00026287
13 Tier
3
The email from Maria Marshall outlines transportation details for events related to a visit to the Vatican, coordinated by the State Department and EPA, with a request for attendee names and confirmation of arrangements. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement expressing disappointment over the Department of Administrative Hearings' ruling against emergency generator rules, contrasting it with a favorable ruling from the First District Court of Appeal, and announced plans to appeal while continuing the public rule-making process. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
Governor Rick Scott directed all Florida counties affected by Hurricane Irma to submit detailed debris clean-up plans to the Florida Division of Emergency Management by noon on September 19, 2017, to facilitate recovery efforts. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email from Lee Forsgren, Acting Assistant Administrator for Water at the EPA, discusses coordinating communication with BP representatives regarding the flooding situation in Texas and Louisiana. 2017
ED_002061_00094240
Lee Forsgren
1
The email from Nick Garland to Millan Hupp at the EPA discusses rescheduling a speaking engagement for Scott, indicating that due to recent disasters, he may not return to Oklahoma soon. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between EPA official Lincoln Ferguson and Stanford's Maria Thorbourne discusses scheduling a call regarding reporters to involve in the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the House's passage of a disaster aid bill providing over $15 billion for Hurricane Harvey victims, raising the debt ceiling, and funding the government for three months, which is expected to be signed by President Trump. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email exchange between EPA's Millan Hupp and Zach discusses the scheduling of a visit to Harvey Mine for a walkthrough and safety training, with a request to adjust the arrival time to accommodate an operations meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced voluntary evacuations for communities around Lake Okeechobee due to concerns about the Herbert Hoover Dike's integrity as Hurricane Irma approaches, with mandatory evacuations to follow. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The email correspondence involves the EPA and Consol Energy discussing logistics for a press call scheduled for April 6, 2017, regarding a visit to the Harvey Mine, as part of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Scott will lead a delegation to Puerto Rico to assist with recovery efforts following Hurricane Maria, including the opening of Disaster Relief Centers in Florida for displaced Puerto Rican families and the approval of federal reimbursement for related costs. 2017
ED_002061_00008926
Michael Abboud
7
The email from Laura Reed serves as a reminder for an invitation to a reception hosted by Total Chairman Patrick Pouyanne on October 2, 2017, to celebrate the opening of Total's Washington D.C. Representative Office. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Scott Cameron of the Department of the Interior discusses coordinating further meetings with Jim Cason, following a previous meeting with Ray Shepherd of Peabody Energy, regarding potential discussions with the President of the Navajo Nation and the Chairman of the Hopi Tribe. 2017 1
The email from the EPA Press Office announces Administrator Scott Pruitt's discussion on the agency's response to Hurricane Harvey during a radio show. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from POLITICO informs Ryan Jackson at the EPA about the House passing a disaster aid package exceeding $15 billion for Hurricane Harvey victims, which also includes a debt ceiling increase and government funding for three months, with President Trump expected to sign it. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office sent a revised administrative schedule for Governor Scott and Lt. Governor Lopez-Cantera on September 17, 2017, detailing their events related to Hurricane Irma response activities in Collier County. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Trump administration's request for $7.85 billion in emergency funding for Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts, highlighting the urgency for Congress to act quickly to raise the debt limit. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Michael Dourson discusses the confirmation process for a Senate hearing and expresses gratitude towards Troy and his team for their support during preparation, indicating involvement with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 2017
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1 Tier
5
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses the draft itinerary for a proposed trip to Morocco, with a request for confirmation of meetings and a note on the confidentiality of the document. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email exchange between EPA officials discusses the need for Andrew Wheeler to restrict his social media activity until after his confirmation hearing due to press inquiries about his past Facebook posts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Robert Nolan of ExxonMobil discusses the coordination of fuel supply and the issuance of fuel specification waivers in response to Hurricane Harvey's impact on Texas and Louisiana operations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
An individual is urging the EPA to investigate a company, Gonzo Tuning, for allegedly providing services that facilitate the tampering or deletion of emissions devices, and requests confirmation of receipt and action taken. 2017
ED_002061_00011980
13 Tier
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement detailing Governor Rick Scott's ongoing response efforts to Hurricane Irma, including damage assessments with President Trump and updates on power restoration efforts across the state. 2017
ED_002061_00011002
Michael Abboud
9
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved emergency fuel waivers for 38 states and Washington, D.C. due to disruptions caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, allowing for the temporary suspension of certain gasoline requirements. 2017
ED_002061_00140042
Troy Lyons
3
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued an update on September 12, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's assessment of Hurricane Irma damage and ongoing response efforts, including shelter availability and coordination with emergency management officials. 2017
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Michael Abboud
5
The email from Michael Abboud to Michael Bastasch discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Protective Action Guide (PAG) Manual and an accompanying Q&A document related to radiation emergency preparedness, indicating that further information and a quote from a staffer will be provided. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email from Claire Barnett to EPA officials discusses the need for a $65 million budget allocation for the EPA to improve school buildings and protect children's health in response to Hurricane Harvey and related flooding issues. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
Scott Cameron from the Department of the Interior acknowledges a message from Holly Horning regarding Ryan Zinke's confirmation news. 2017 1
The email correspondence discusses the logistics and confirmation of a meeting between EPA Administrator Pruitt and John Adams, with Sydney Hupp coordinating the details. 2017 6
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will tour the impacts of Hurricane Irma in St. Johns County on September 21, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00011036
Michael Abboud
1
The document outlines the revised administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott on September 10, 2017, detailing his engagements related to Hurricane Irma, including weather briefings and multiple media interviews. 2017
ED_002061_00011854
Michael Abboud
3
The email from POLITICO Pro Energy discusses the impending impact of Hurricane Harvey on Texas, highlighting the evacuation of oil rigs, potential disruptions to U.S. oil exports, and the implications for FEMA's response and Texas's push for a protective seawall project. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email from Morning Consult to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the Senate's approval of a $36.5 billion hurricane relief bill and references the Sierra Club's lawsuit against the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Jason Sussman requests the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to fix broken links to air monitoring data related to Hurricane Harvey on their website. 2017
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13 Tier
1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses President Trump's announcement to declare the opioid addiction crisis a public health emergency and references a guide by the American Enterprise Institute on combating the epidemic. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) is coordinating the 2017 Lone Star Energy Forum and is seeking confirmation from EPA Administrator Pruitt to attend, emphasizing the event's significance and the attendance of major industry operators. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence between EPA officials and CONSOL Energy representatives discusses the planning and logistics for a visit to the Harvey Mine, including safety training and a press conference, as part of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating a meeting on May 11, 2017, with representatives from Intrexon and Giuliani Deason Capital Interests, discussing logistical details and attendee confirmations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email discusses the Senate confirmation hearings for Kathleen Hartnett White and William Wehrum, highlighting the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) leadership changes and the White House's push for expedited environmental reviews through the Council on Environmental Quality. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
FEMA's Robert Nadeau forwarded an update on Hurricane Irma, detailing its dangerous status and projected path towards the Leeward Islands, to various officials on September 5, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00064422
Tate Bennett
6
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved emergency fuel waivers for 38 states and Washington, D.C. due to disruptions caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, allowing for the temporary suspension of certain gasoline requirements to ensure fuel supply. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will meet with local officials in Orange Park to discuss Hurricane Irma recovery efforts in Northeast Florida on September 19, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00010656
Michael Abboud
1
The email correspondence from the Environmental Protection Agency discusses the logistics and confirmation of Administrator participation in the Philanthropy Roundtable event scheduled for November 2, 2017, with Millan Hupp and Tate Bennett coordinating the details. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Troy Lyons discusses the signing of a red dye fuel waiver by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection in response to Hurricane Irma, with recipients including state officials and a congressional office. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Florida Virtual School will provide remote educational resources to students displaced by Hurricane Irma, ensuring continued access to learning during recovery efforts. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
Governor Rick Scott reappointed Arthur "Chip" Diehl III to the Hillsborough Community College District Board of Trustees for a term from October 10, 2017, to May 31, 2021, pending Florida Senate confirmation. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The document outlines Governor Rick Scott's revised schedule for September 12, 2017, detailing multiple calls and media engagements related to the state's response to Hurricane Irma. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email correspondence between EPA officials and Clint Leach from the South Carolina Department of Agriculture discusses the confirmation of an address related to a personal security detail for Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the postponement of a House Oversight hearing originally scheduled for Wednesday, following Chairman Jason Chaffetz's conversation with former FBI Director James Comey, who wishes to consult with Special Counsel before testifying. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The Department of the Interior organized a meeting on February 8, 2017, involving the Navajo President and Hopi Chairman to discuss matters related to Peabody Energy. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott is prepared to deploy resources and personnel to Puerto Rico to assist with recovery efforts following Hurricane Maria, emphasizing coordination with Puerto Rican officials and the Emergency Management Assistance Compact. 2017
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Michael Abboud
4
The email correspondence between Lee Forsgren of the EPA and Jeff Gunnulfsen discusses the status of water issues at Formosa Plastics Corporation in Texas following Hurricane Harvey and mentions the potential for waiver requests related to off-road diesel and butane in gasoline. 2017
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3
FEMA Deputy Director Robert Nadeau circulated an advisory regarding Hurricane Irma's forecasted track and impact, emphasizing the urgency of the situation to various state officials. 2017
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Tate Bennett
7
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera for November 20, 2017, including events such as a ribbon-cutting ceremony, a call with FEMA Administrator Brock Long, and a tourism announcement. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
Enesta Jones from the U.S. EPA's Office of Media Relations is responding to Mary Laura Mohammadi's request for confirmation on the accuracy of a five-year-old EPA report regarding Combined Heat and Power (CHP) technology for an article in Butane-Propane News. 2017
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The email from A.J. Ferate of the EPA discusses the scheduling of meetings with the Vinyl Institute on May 16 and 17, 2017, and seeks confirmation of the meeting times from Samantha Dravis. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) facing a backlog of cases following the Senate's confirmation of two new commissioners, Neil Chatterjee and Rob Powelson, and the potential for increased activity despite the typical August slowdown in Washington. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email exchange between Aaron Ringel and William Wehrum discusses the confirmation of a hearing date for the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with Ringel confirming the date as the 20th amidst conflicting reports. 2017
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1 Tier
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The Florida Governor's Press Office outlines Governor Rick Scott's revised schedule for September 21, 2017, which includes visits with emergency management officials, a tour of Hurricane Irma impacts, and calls regarding the hurricane response and recovery efforts. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The Florida Governor's Press Office outlines Governor Rick Scott's schedule for September 18, 2017, including meetings with state and local officials and U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Tom Price regarding Hurricane Irma response and recovery in the Florida Keys. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The email from Eric Vance at the EPA discusses the posting of b-roll photos from the Gully Branch Tree Farm event and requests confirmation on the link setup for multimedia access. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence involves scheduling a 30-minute meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, coordinated by Sydney Hupp, with participants from the American Academy of Pediatrics seeking logistical details and confirmation of attendees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
FEMA's Robert Nadeau provided updates on Hurricane Irma's status, indicating it remains a powerful hurricane with fluctuating strength and outlining its projected path and wind probabilities for various locations. 2017
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Tate Bennett
5
The email from Liz Menz of SIGMA to Hayley Ford at the EPA discusses extending an invitation to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and his Chief of Staff Ryan Jackson to attend the SIGMA Annual Conference in Chicago, highlighting the importance of Pruitt's presence due to recent fuel supply waivers issued during Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between Jessica Larsen of the Heritage Foundation and Millan Hupp of the EPA discusses the final receipt for hotel accommodations related to Administrator Pruitt's travel and requests confirmation of a TBD reservation. 2017 5
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that President Trump's administration expanded the Major Disaster Declaration for Florida to include individual assistance for 37 counties affected by Hurricane Irma, following a request from Governor Rick Scott. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email from Millan Hupp of the EPA discusses a draft itinerary for a trip to Morocco and requests confirmation of proposed meetings, with Isam Taib indicating he will consult his Deputy Chief of Mission before responding. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Alan Bernstein to Liz Bowman and other officials discusses a draft press statement regarding the EPA and TCEQ's response to Hurricane Harvey, emphasizing the need to address environmental quality in the release. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued an update on September 20, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's ongoing response efforts to Hurricane Irma, including meetings with local officials and the activation of the State Emergency Operations Center to coordinate recovery operations. 2017
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Michael Abboud
9
The email from David Harlow to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the postponement of a meeting due to Hurricane Harvey's impact on Houston and expresses a desire to reschedule at a convenient time. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses a planned meeting between Congressional leaders and President Trump to address government funding, the debt limit, and hurricane relief efforts, highlighting the urgency for legislative action in September. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
Governor Rick Scott appointed Danny Nix to the Florida Southwestern State College District Board of Trustees, effective November 20, 2017, with his term ending on May 31, 2018, pending confirmation by the Florida Senate. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The Texas Oil & Gas Association is coordinating the 2017 Lone Star Energy Forum and is seeking confirmation from EPA Administrator Pruitt regarding his attendance to finalize the event agenda. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on September 19, 2017, including a Hurricane Irma First Responder Appreciation Event. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The document outlines Governor Rick Scott's revised schedule for September 29, 2017, including meetings and interviews related to Hurricane Maria response efforts and a lunch with President Trump and Vice President Pence. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will provide updates on Hurricane Irma during a briefing at the State Emergency Operations Center on September 10, 2017. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, under Governor Rick Scott, announced the availability of federal Dislocated Worker Grants to provide temporary employment for Floridians affected by Hurricane Irma, supporting recovery efforts through disaster relief jobs. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement on October 6, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's update on Tropical Storm Nate, including the declaration of a state of emergency in 29 counties and the mobilization of National Guard members for disaster support. 2017
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Michael Abboud
4
The email from Staci Moore at the University of Texas at Arlington requests confirmation of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's availability to be a keynote speaker at the Oil & Gas Environmental Conference in Houston on November 28 or 29, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved emergency fuel waivers for 38 states and Washington, D.C. due to fuel supply disruptions caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, allowing for relaxed gasoline requirements through mid-September. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence among EPA officials discusses scheduling conflicts regarding Administrator Pruitt's potential keynote speech at a DC event on May 3, 2017, while he is also scheduled for lunch with Chairman Walden. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
Governor Rick Scott's Press Office announced that the Governor will greet President Trump at the airport and tour Hurricane Irma damage with him and the Vice President on September 14, 2017. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement on October 7, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's updates on Hurricane Nate preparedness efforts, including evacuation orders for Escambia and Santa Rosa counties and a declared state of emergency in 29 counties. 2017
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Michael Abboud
5
The email from Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses the confirmation of a lunch meeting on April 26, 2017, involving key executives from PowerSouth and Alabama Power, highlighting their connections to Scott Pruitt and the timing of the meeting with Senator Strange. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Alexandra Dapolito Dunn discusses the finalized dialogue script for a session on cooperative federalism involving the EPA and state officials, highlighting topics such as emergency response collaboration and anticipated comments from specific attendees. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
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The email exchange between Lee Forsgren of the EPA and representatives from BP discusses scheduling a call regarding the flooding situation in Texas and Louisiana. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
3
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a revised schedule for Governor Rick Scott on September 26, 2017, which includes a call with FEMA Administrator Brock Long and a major announcement regarding the fight against opioid abuse at two locations in Florida. 2017
ED_002061_00010423
Michael Abboud
1
The email correspondence between Jay Kramer and Ryan Jackson from the EPA discusses the scheduling and confirmation of Administrator Pruitt's attendance at the American Opportunity Alliance meeting on September 28, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the activation of the Florida Disaster Fund to provide financial support for individuals and communities affected by Hurricane Irma. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2