EPA Meetings and Environmental Updates

A collection of emails and documents related to scheduling meetings and discussing environmental initiatives among EPA officials and industry representatives.

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The email from Politico discusses concerns among Republicans regarding President Trump's decision-making and his push for a Senate rule change to facilitate healthcare and tax reforms, highlighting internal party tensions and the potential implications for governance. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and David Dunlap discusses the status of the government hiring freeze, with Beck confirming that the EPA still has a hiring freeze in place. 2017
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1 Tier
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The email correspondence involves Sydney Hupp from the EPA coordinating with Nathan Reese from the Grand River Dam Authority regarding speaker arrangements and themes for the Large Public Power Council event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence involves Hayley Ford from the EPA coordinating a meeting on October 18, 2017, with Hugh Hewitt and other participants regarding the North Orange County Basin. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Michael Junk, Deputy Mayor of Tulsa, to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a proposed meeting in Washington on September 14/15 with Secretary Patterson and Commissioner Pete Regan, inquiring about their availability for a brief visit. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
Governor Rick Scott appointed Betsy Dobbins, Steve Hope, and Brennan Abramowitz to the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention State Advisory Group in Florida, effective October 25, 2017. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The email exchange between Paul DeLeo of the American Cleaning Institute and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses the transfer of contact information following Beck's assumption of responsibilities after a colleague's retirement. 2017
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The EPA's Samantha Dravis organized a webinar led by attorney Daniel A. Cotter to discuss lawyers' obligations regarding email confidentiality and privacy in light of recent legal opinions and technologies, particularly in relation to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The memorandum from Tom Sorel, Director of the North Dakota Department of Transportation, to the Environmental Protection Agency discusses the state's urgent infrastructure needs totaling over $2.6 billion for roadway projects and advocates for a formula-based funding approach to efficiently address these needs. 2017
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Byron Brown
3
The email exchange involves James Tobin from the National Association of Home Builders confirming a change to an invitation related to an event, following feedback from Tate Bennett at the EPA regarding distribution restrictions. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from Millan Hupp at the EPA discusses the benefits of GEHA insurance for federal employees, emphasizing financial protection against unexpected expenses following an accident. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decided not to implement additional financial assurance requirements for hardrock mining operations, which would have increased costs for U.S. miners and fertilizer manufacturers, as communicated by The Fertilizer Institute. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The email from Douglas H. Green of Venable LLP to Byron Brown discusses scheduling a call regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Byron Brown
1
The email exchange between Rich Nolan from the National Mining Association and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses scheduling site visits related to CERCLA in the western United States. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Tracy Mehan of the American Water Works Association discusses a joint letter regarding the State Revolving Fund (SRF) and Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) addressed to the EPA, indicating collaboration among multiple water organizations. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
1
The email from Raymond B. Ludwiszewski of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP to Byron Brown of the EPA discusses ongoing developments regarding the Gelman Sciences 1,4-dioxane site in Ann Arbor, Michigan, highlighting that EPA Region V intends to remain active in addressing the site beyond the Preliminary Assessment conclusion in November 2017. 2017
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2 Tier
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The email exchange between Julia Gill and Bill Wehrum at the EPA discusses the receipt from Ermias Shenkut related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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1 Tier
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The email correspondence involves Ruth Logan, a managing editor at 50BOLD, urgently requesting a statement from the EPA regarding their stance on chemtrails, with a deadline for response due to an impending publication. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from William Wehrum to Mandy Gunasekara discusses an abeyance order issued by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit regarding the consolidated cases involving the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Sierra Club, directing the EPA to file status reports every 30 days for 60 days. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email exchange between Chris Andresen and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting regarding the American Housing and Faith Alliance (AHFA) for December or January, following Beck's return from a trip to Asia. 2017
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The American Exploration & Mining Association applauds the EPA's final CERCLA 108(b) rule for hardrock mining, which concludes that no additional financial assurance is necessary, recognizing the effectiveness of existing federal and state programs. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The email exchange between Tate Bennett of the EPA and Tom Womack of the Tennessee Department of Agriculture discusses scheduling a meeting for 3 p.m. on Monday during Womack's visit to Washington, D.C. 2017
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Tate Bennett
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The email from Jahan Wilcox outlines a draft plan for an upcoming visit to North Dakota, including meetings and events with Governor Doug Burgum focused on the EPA's Back to Basics Agenda and energy issues. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The email from Scott Cameron of the Office of the Secretary of the Interior discusses the importance of the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) to the Navajo Nation's economy, highlighting concerns over its potential shutdown and the impact on jobs and revenue. 2017 3
The email from Millan Hupp at the EPA to Matthew Friedmann discusses scheduling and planning for the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence between Byron Brown and Dimitri Karakitsos discusses scheduling a call regarding a matter related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with a proposed time of 2:30 PM. 2017
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Byron Brown
1
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) organized a 2017 Specialty Crops Tour in August, featuring a series of educational sessions and site visits focused on various agricultural practices and water management issues in the San Joaquin Valley and Salinas areas. 2017
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Nancy Beck
1
The email from Shannon S. Broome of Hunton & Williams informs recipients that the National Environmental Development Association (NEDA) does not oppose an extension of a motion deadline to July 28, 2017, in the case Sierra Club v. EPA. 2017
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Justin Schwab
1
The emails involve Ryan Jackson from the EPA discussing communication regarding a waiver letter related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case (17cv1906). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Connie Osborne of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality inquires whether Tate Bennett received a letter sent from their copier, indicating it may appear under the name Kyocera. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email exchange between Paul Balserak of the American Iron and Steel Institute and Sarah Greenwalt of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting regarding conduit theory and conductivity, suggesting potential time slots for the week of July 17-21, 2017. 2017
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Sarah Greenwalt
2
The email from Albert Kelly discusses a meeting invitation for Troy with Region 2 officials regarding ongoing issues with the EPA, as conveyed by Benjamin E. Quayle, who requests a joint meeting if problems persist after the meeting. 2017
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Albert Kelly
1
The email from Dudley Hoskins of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture discusses the submission of multiple extension requests related to the EPA's Worker Protection Standard and includes various attachments pertinent to regulatory reform and state-specific requests. 2017
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Nancy Beck
2
The email from Michael Bastasch to Michael Abboud discusses a report from Axios about the EPA easing radiation safety levels, questioning whether the guidance was issued under the Obama administration and if they have access to it, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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13 Tier
1
The email from Dimitri Karakitsos of Holland & Knight LLP to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the submission of documents related to the Portland Harbor process and its economic impact, prepared by a group of potentially responsible parties (PRPs). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email discusses scheduling a member-wide call between the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture and senior leadership at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding a request, with proposed dates provided by Dudley Hoskins. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Kevin Bromberg of the SBA Office of Advocacy discusses the agency's comment letter regarding the withdrawal of the EPA's 108(b) proposal and outlines the need for further regulatory support and discussions on mining and other industries by the December 1, 2017 deadline. 2017
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Byron Brown
1
The email from Ed Feulner of the Heritage Foundation discusses the organization's efforts to recommend judicial nominees to President Trump, highlighting the challenges faced in confirming these nominees due to political opposition. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
1
The email from Blake Barfield of HollyFrontier to Kenneth Wagner discusses a waiver letter sent to the EPA regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Bill Wehrum
1
The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses the attendees of an internal meeting, providing their names and affiliations, in response to a request from Taylor Beis. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email correspondence involves the EPA confirming a 3 PM walk-through at Thomas Hill with Barry Hart, with a subsequent clarification about the timing of a related evening event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from ECOS to Ryan Jackson at the EPA announces speakers for an upcoming webinar focused on "Cooperative Federalism 2.0" and the renewed relationship between the EPA and states, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Lynn L. Bergeson to Nancy Beck discusses an agenda update regarding TCSA reform one year later, indicating ongoing regulatory considerations by the EPA. 2017
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The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity announced Governor Rick Scott's 2018-2019 budget proposal, which includes $1.2 billion to attract businesses and an $85 million investment in the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to enhance economic growth in the state. 2017
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Michael Abboud
3
The email correspondence between Millan Hupp from the EPA and Lisa Chamness from BG Products, Inc. discusses the cancellation of hotel room reservations for an upcoming trip, with no significant issues noted. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The George Washington University Environmental and Energy Management Institute, in collaboration with the Environmental Law Institute, is hosting a workshop on October 24, 2017, to discuss innovative strategies for managing natural resource risks and opportunities in light of regulatory reforms and the Trump Administration's policies. 2017
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Albert Kelly
1
The email from Eric Vance, Chief Photographer at the EPA, discusses the uploading of b-roll photos from the Gully Branch Tree Farm event and provides links for access to the photos. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
Albert Kelly from the EPA informed Alexis Hilbert that he asked Tate Bennett to call her father regarding preparations for an unspecified event, noting that her father is not obligated to participate. 2017
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1 Tier
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The email correspondence between Bruce Fogerty and Millan Hupp discusses a scheduling issue related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating that Hupp will be late to a meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA is conducting real-time air monitoring in Houston near a Valero facility due to concerns about benzene emissions, with no readings exceeding safety levels reported so far. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email correspondence between Brian Stoker of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization and Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting for April 4, 2017, and includes a request for a meeting form to be filled out. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses coordinating communication with Danny Lopez and introduces Millan Hupp as the point of contact in Indiana regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) announced the election of Jeh Johnson, Adm. Cecil Haney, and Frederick Terrell to its Board of Directors, along with Michle Flournoy's transition from CEO to Board member effective December 31, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Matthew R. Kunkel at the White House facilitates a meeting between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Ryan Rhodes from the Forest Resources Association regarding an upcoming EPA event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA promotes a training workshop on shared services and category management, highlighting their role in improving government efficiency and effectiveness, in line with the Office of Management and Budget's reform plans. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from POLITICO reports that President Trump announced his nomination of Christopher Wray as the new director of the FBI following the firing of James Comey. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Layne Bangerter of the EPA discusses a letter from Governor Mead that was not ready to be sent, acknowledging the oversight while highlighting ongoing consultations with states. 2017
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Layne Bangerter
1
The email correspondence between Robin Kime from the EPA and Paul Balserak discusses scheduling changes for a meeting related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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William Lovell
1
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Bruce Heine of Magellan Midstream Partners discusses scheduling a meeting on April 3, 2017, to discuss matters related to the company. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email exchange between Peter Whitfield of Sidley Austin LLP and Justin Schwab from the EPA discusses the scheduling of a panel event related to environmental law, set for December 19, 2017. 2017
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Justin Schwab
4
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA case (1:17-cv-01906) and includes references to a sponsored event by Morning Consult and Facebook regarding small businesses. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from POLITICO discusses Ivanka Trump's comments on her political role and the healthcare debate, highlighting her attempt to distance herself from politics while serving as a senior adviser to the President. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email from Colleen Doyle of Hunton & Williams LLP to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses Hanson Aggregates' request for guidance regarding the common control determination related to their operations and the Sycamore Landfill in Santee, California. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp and Brian C Mormino discusses rescheduling a meeting between the EPA and commercial vehicle manufacturers originally planned for April 19, with a proposed new date of May 11 due to scheduling conflicts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is informed about the launch of a new research initiative by the Solve ME/CFS Initiative in partnership with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center to investigate the biology of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from POLITICO's Morning Score discusses the competitive landscape of the Virginia governor's race, highlighting a poll from the Gillespie campaign that shows a dead heat with Northam, while the Democratic Governors Association claims Northam has the advantage. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from POLITICO to Ryan Jackson at the EPA reports on President Trump's condemnation of hate and violence following the violent clashes in Charlottesville, Virginia. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing the preparation of information for a meeting request with Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop, as requested by the U.S. Embassy in Canberra. 2017 2
The email discusses a meeting hosted by Maryland Governor Hogan with Virginia Governor McAuliffe and other state leaders to address the future of the Chesapeake Bay Program, which the EPA is at risk of losing oversight over due to proposed budget cuts. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
3
The email discusses the Trump administration's proposed budget cuts to federal employees' retirement programs and the Republican narrative that federal workers are overcompensated, highlighting the implications for federal workforce morale and compensation policies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Dan Byers of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce discusses the need to replace a flawed biosketch for Robert Phalen related to public comments for the EPA's Science Advisory Board (SAB). 2017
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Richard Yamada
1
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Paul Walker discusses the scheduling of a PUC Coordination Meeting, indicating a change in plans from June 16th to potentially the week of June 19th. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is being urged to extend the stay of the Nanoscale Materials Reporting Rule until six months after the issuance of promised guidance, due to the lack of final guidance addressing complex reporting requirements. 2017
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The email correspondence between Bruce Fogerty and Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses plans to meet in Washington, D.C. regarding Earth Day preparations and the sharing of information related to their collaboration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Toyota Motor North America discusses the finalization of details for a walkthrough at Toyota's headquarters, with Forrest McMurray from the EPA confirming his attendance along with a security agent. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Christie StClair of the EPA discusses the WasteWise program, highlighting its voluntary nature, participant achievements in waste reduction, and the requirement for annual data reporting to track progress and eligibility for awards. 2017
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13 Tier
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the extension of the effective date for the Risk Management Program (RMP) Amendments to February 19, 2019, to allow for further review and public input. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
3
The email from Charles Munoz at the EPA discusses an addition to the advance team and includes an attachment for Millan Hupp, the Director of Scheduling and Advance at the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Fred Bosco from CropLife America discusses scheduling a meeting on May 4, 2017, with the Southern Crop Production Association. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from the EPA's Approval Queue confirms the approval of a trip request from Washington to Raleigh on September 19, 2017, by Nicole Smoot. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA confirms a meeting time of May 1 at 3:30 PM with Roxann regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Millan Hupp at the EPA promotes a free biometric health screening program for GEHA health plan members, offering $75 in Health Rewards points for participation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Malloy McDaniel of West Front Strategies LLC discusses scheduling a meeting regarding Republic Services, with a proposed timeframe of late April to early May 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence involves the EPA and Santee Cooper discussing a call related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with Stephen Fotis coordinating communication among the parties. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from POLITICO to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the unexpected plea deal of former national security adviser Michael Flynn in relation to the Mueller investigation, highlighting its implications for the Trump White House. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Chad Bradley discusses coordinating a joint meeting between Republic and Exelon regarding the Westlake site, indicating that both parties are aligned and comfortable meeting together, and mentions the involvement of John Sullivan from Bradley's team. 2017
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Albert Kelly
1
The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA requests a master list of NASDA member office points of contact and their contact information from Dudley Hoskins. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Brendan Williams of PBF Energy discusses scheduling a conversation regarding an EPA regional issue. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document is a delivery report from Microsoft Outlook indicating that an email sent to james.ross@state.nm.us regarding "Coffee?" was undeliverable due to the recipient's address being incorrect or unavailable, with suggested actions for resending the message. 2017
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Tate Bennett
4
The EPA is finalizing draft fund cite estimates for an upcoming trip to Australia, confirming the estimates and working on assigning appropriate account numbers. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Oklahoma Corporation Commission investigated a gas seep near Pawhuska High School, which led to the building being deemed uninhabitable by the State Fire Marshal, and recommended continued collaboration with agencies to resolve the issue. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
1
The email from Ed Feulner of the Heritage Foundation urges Kenneth Wagner of the EPA to make a year-end donation to support conservative policy initiatives before the December 31 deadline. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
1
The email from Rashid G. Hallaway informs Tate Bennett that the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) has filed a petition and includes an attachment for review. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Kass Pfeiffer of the Oklahoma Youth Expo discusses scheduling a visit for the Oklahoma Ag Leadership Encounter group to the EPA, confirming a time and requesting the building address. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The document contains emails from Millan Hupp of the EPA discussing attendee lists for a meeting and correspondence with Dean Ball regarding an invitation to speak at an event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting a lawsuit against Duke Energy for allegedly operating an illegal open dump at its Roxboro, N.C. facility, which is claimed to be polluting groundwater and nearby Hyco Lake. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from Chris McCloskey of Dale Carnegie to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses leadership training opportunities aimed at helping federal leaders improve communication and leadership skills amidst uncertainty in the government. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Lori Gay, Executive Assistant to Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette, discusses the sharing of contact information for potential communication regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Michael Abboud reminds recipients to fill out a form due that day, originally forwarded from Elizabeth Oberg, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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T13 Interagency Documents
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The email from Fran Lucero to Sydney Hupp at the EPA requests a call-in number to be provided by the end of the day for scheduling purposes related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1