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The EPA's June 8, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses upcoming hearings by the South Coast Air Quality Management District regarding proposed amendments to emissions regulations for refinery flares and a supplemental analysis for PM-2.5 and ozone standards, aligning local rules with recent EPA updates.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Iron Mining Association of Minnesota submitted comments to the EPA opposing proposed financial responsibility regulations under CERCLA 108(b) for the hardrock mining industry, arguing that the requirements would impose undue financial burdens on iron ore mining operations without public benefit.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00086798
Byron Brown
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The email correspondence between Cloud Peak Energy and the EPA discusses the preparation for an upcoming event, including the sharing of bios, a proposed run of show, and regulatory policies affecting coal producers.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the nomination of Rich Glick and Kevin McIntyre to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) by the White House, highlighting the urgency for Senate confirmation to restore the agency's quorum and enable decision-making on critical energy issues.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced additional public listening sessions in San Francisco, Gillette, and Kansas City regarding the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan, responding to public interest and encouraging registration for participation.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's upcoming hearings for Trump's nominees to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the EPA enforcement chief, highlighting concerns over nuclear power in specific states and the implications of proposed budget cuts on environmental enforcement.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from David Crane to EPA officials Ryan Jackson and Samantha Dravis discusses scheduling a meeting on regulatory issues for the Domestic Energy Producers Alliance, highlighting the importance of the EPA in their agenda following the Paris Agreement announcement.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email from Paul Balserak to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the follow-up on a meeting regarding the 2008 Sector Performance Report, which evaluates the environmental performance of various manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors in the U.S.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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Former EPA attorneys submitted a response to Administrator Scott Pruitt's October 16, 2017 directive regarding the settlement of lawsuits against the EPA, correcting perceived legal and factual errors in his statements.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Bethany Davis of Boyden Gray Associates and Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting regarding Mr. Dave Vander Griend's visit to Washington, D.C. on April 24 and 25, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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PBF Energy Inc. submitted comments to the EPA regarding the proposed denial of petitions to change the Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS) point of obligation, emphasizing their perspective as a merchant refiner and supporting the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers' position.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the preparation and legal review of a draft press release regarding ozone, with plans to issue a statement to stakeholders later that day.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00078456
Tate Bennett
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The Ozone Transport Commission (OTC) is urging the EPA to establish stricter nitrogen oxides (NOx) emission limits for heavy-duty vehicles to help Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states comply with the 2015 federal ozone standards.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00119452
William Lovell
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The email correspondence from A.J. Ferate to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a request for Administrator E. Scott Pruitt to visit Charlotte Pipe & Foundry in North Carolina by the end of 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Tate Bennett of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses scheduling a roundtable meeting with Commerce Lexington and raises concerns about a potentially inappropriate award for Bob Babbage, seeking clarification to avoid legal issues.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00077802
Tate Bennett
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2 |
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The National Waste & Recycling Associations submitted a petition to the EPA on January 30, 2017, requesting reconsideration and a stay of the Landfill New Source Performance Standards and Emission Guidelines related to climate change regulations for municipal solid waste landfills.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Denka Performance Elastomer LLC is requesting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to withdraw and correct the 2010 IRIS Review of Chloroprene, arguing that errors in the review threaten the viability of their production facility in LaPlace, Louisiana, and that the review's conclusions are not based on sound science.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00082584
Brittany Bolen
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The email discusses talking points for a radio interview regarding the Thomas Hill Energy Center, highlighting its economic impact and community contributions, and involves multiple participants from the EPA and associated organizations.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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William Yeatman from the Competitive Enterprise Institute is reaching out to Justin Schwab at the EPA to discuss concerns and opposition regarding the implementation of the EPA-VW settlement, suggesting a meeting to share insights and collaborate with Greg Louer from ChargePoint.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00164328
Justin Schwab
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The email from Kerry Kelly of Waste Management discusses follow-up correspondence regarding the Clean Air Act rules for municipal solid waste landfills, emphasizing concerns about the revised New Source Performance Standards and suggesting the EPA should align its regulations with President Trump's directives.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email from Mark Ranalli of Allegiance LLC to Sydney Hupp at the EPA requests a brief meeting between EPA Secretary Scott Pruitt and EPSI President Steve Sexton to discuss EPSI's VOCGEN technology, which aims to enhance U.S. manufacturing while improving environmental compliance.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from John Metzger to EPA officials discusses 3M's meeting regarding the need for an exemption for Research and Development operations from New Source Performance Standards, suggesting that the EPA should revise existing regulations to facilitate R&D activities.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses an editorial from The Washington Examiner criticizing the EPA's expansion of responsibilities under the Obama administration and highlights EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's comments on the agency's neglect of its core functions.
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ED_002061_00110800
Michelle Hale
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The email discusses EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's plan to exempt coal-fired power plants from further carbon dioxide regulations under the Clean Air Act, utilizing a legal argument known as the "112 exclusion," while facing potential opposition from environmental groups and conservative factions seeking more aggressive deregulation.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Michael Formica of the National Pork Producers Council and Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses the implications of a recent federal court decision overturning a 2008 EPA rule that exempted Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) from reporting air emissions, highlighting the need for further discussion on the matter.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The EPA, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, issued a directive on October 16, 2017, to end "sue and settle" practices, aiming to increase public participation and transparency in consent decrees and settlement agreements, thereby preventing special interest groups from influencing regulations through litigation.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA plans to take steps to replace the Clean Power Plan by early October 2017, following pressure from electric company executives, despite initial reluctance from Administrator Scott Pruitt.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence from the EPA's Office of the Administrator discusses scheduling a keynote address for Administrator Pruitt at an event for the nation's egg producers in May 2017, with a suggestion to arrange a meeting with key industry leaders due to scheduling conflicts.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses a meeting request from Boyden Gray Associates to meet with Administrator Pruitt regarding ethanol policy and Clean Air Act regulations.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Lauren Freeman to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt requests the publication of a final rule extending interim electronic reporting provisions for electric generating units under the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards before the April 16, 2017 deadline to prevent regulatory burdens.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The document is a letter from conservation organizations to Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, expressing support for the funding and preservation of U.S. land management agencies in response to a request for public comments on government-wide reform initiated by an executive order.
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2017 |
FSWO201706591 |
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The EPA announced a proposed settlement agreement with Veolia ES Technical Solutions LLC regarding a Clean Air Act Title V renewal permit, requiring the installation of emissions control systems, while the Justice Department proposed a consent decree with U.S. Seafoods LLC for Clean Air Act violations involving refrigeration equipment, both with comments due by December 15, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued a report outlining recommendations to enhance resource management planning and streamline National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) processes in response to a Secretarial Memorandum and Order aimed at improving environmental review and permitting for infrastructure projects.
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2017 |
BLM201800355 |
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The email correspondence between Cloud Peak Energy and the EPA discusses the preparation for an upcoming event, including the sharing of bios, a proposed run of show, and regulatory policies affecting coal producers, with a focus on security protocols for the advance team.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing its response to Secretarial Order 3349, with internal communications regarding the finalization and distribution of the response memo.
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2017 |
BLM201800412 |
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The email from Stephen Fotis of Van Ness Feldman LLP to Mandy Gunasekara and Brittany Bolen discusses a request for them to address the LPPC Environmental Task Force on October 24 regarding the development of a potential replacement rule for the Clean Power Plan.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00083808
Brittany Bolen
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2 |
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Brittany Bolen from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is coordinating a meeting with Lee Fuller regarding regulatory reform issues, specifically discussing the potential delay of the Subpart OOOOa fugitive emissions program's Leak Detection and Repair requirements.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00084442
Brittany Bolen
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4 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision from Tennessee that relaxes federal Reid Vapor Pressure requirements for certain counties, asserting it will not interfere with air quality standards.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00079161
Tate Bennett
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3 |
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The email from Peter Wright to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a list of publications and presentations related to environmental law and regulations, with a focus on past speaking engagements and the need to compile a summary of Wright's pre-Dow career background.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA issued a regulatory alert on May 30, 2017, detailing final rules regarding air quality standards for Imperial County, California, and Delaware, as well as a proposed rule for regional haze in the District of Columbia.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Bethany Davis of Boyden Gray Associates and Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with proposed times on April 24 and 25, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an extension of one year for states to submit initial area designations related to the 2015 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone, as communicated by Administrator Scott Pruitt in a letter to governors.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00078982
Tate Bennett
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2 |
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The document outlines an agenda for a discussion hosted by the US EPA on November 30, 2017, focusing on environmental law and policy, including air quality, climate change regulation, and administration priorities, featuring key regulators and experts in the field.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00083710
Brittany Bolen
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2 |
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The email from Tawny Bridgeford discusses the details of an upcoming speaking engagement for EPA Administrator Samantha, including the agenda, topics of interest related to environmental regulations, and logistical arrangements for the event.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00122175
William Lovell
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2 |
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The document is a draft fact sheet from the Associated Electric Cooperative detailing the economic impact, community involvement, and environmental compliance efforts of the Thomas Hill Energy Center, including significant property tax contributions, employee statistics, and initiatives for air quality improvement and mine reclamation.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00070373
Tate Bennett
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3 |
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The American Chemistry Council requested the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to expedite its final decision on the proposed stay of the effective date for the Risk Management Program final rule under the Clean Air Act, emphasizing the need for a seamless extension of the existing administrative stay before it expires on June 19, 2017.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, communicated with multiple state governors regarding a Multi-State Fuel Waiver on August 30, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Bureau of Land Management is preparing a draft response to Secretary's Order 3349, with edits and proposed text adjustments discussed among staff members prior to a scheduled conference call.
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2017 |
BLM201800412 |
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The email from Todd D. Young of U.S. Steel discusses an update regarding the company's request for mediation on the Regional Haze Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) for Taconite, following the denial of petitions for reconsideration by the previous administration, and is addressed to Byron Brown at the EPA.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00086856
Byron Brown
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3 |
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The email discusses concerns from two Republican senators on the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee regarding Bill Wehrum's nomination to lead the EPA's air office, particularly related to his stance on biofuels policy, ahead of a crucial meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt that could influence the nomination's outcome.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00129068
Troy Lyons
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved emergency fuel waivers for 38 states and Washington, D.C. in response to fuel supply disruptions caused by Hurricane Harvey, as announced by Administrator Scott Pruitt.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00063709
Tate Bennett
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5 |
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The email from Richard Gupton of the Agricultural Retailers Association to EPA officials, including Samantha Dravis, requests a meeting to discuss concerns regarding the enforcement of the General Duty Clause under the Clean Air Act and the need for clarification on its implementation and compliance standards.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from William Wehrum to the EPA discusses a meeting request on behalf of the Brick Industry Association to meet with Administrator Pruitt to address the impacts of the National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Brick Manufacturing.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Rick Curtsinger of Cloud Peak Energy discusses the preparation for an upcoming meeting with the EPA, providing bios and a one-pager on the company, while requesting information about the advance team for security purposes.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00065967
Tate Bennett
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2 |
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The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson of the U.S. EPA and Scott Lane discusses preparations for a meeting regarding specific regulatory requests from the National Gas Vehicle America (NGVA) aimed at improving the natural gas vehicle industry in the U.S.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Trent Lott from TOTE is requesting a follow-up meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt and Ryan Jackson to discuss moving forward with an extension of a preexisting application for a permit related to LNG vessels, following a previous meeting on September 27, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the conflicting messages from President Trump's advisers regarding the U.S. participation in the Paris climate agreement, highlighting the potential options and the urgency expressed by U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for continued global climate action regardless of the U.S. decision.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA provided an update on Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit to Houston to assess the agency's response to Hurricane Harvey, including tours of Superfund sites and ongoing debris management efforts in collaboration with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email correspondence from the EPA's Office of the Administrator discusses scheduling a meeting between Administrator Pruitt and the Kansas Farm Bureau to address concerns regarding Flint Hills range burning and the Clean Air Act.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Megan Berge to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses a petition for reconsideration submitted by Western Farmers Electric Cooperative regarding the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule Update for the 2008 Ozone NAAQS, requesting re-allocation of allowances and clarification on the EPA's intentions to act on the petition.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The EPA issued a final rule approving revisions to the California and Pennsylvania State Implementation Plans (SIPs) regarding emissions from vehicles and reasonably available control technology for volatile organic compounds, effective August 7 and October 5, 2017, respectively.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a rule on July 5, 2017, to set the minimum renewable fuel volumes for 2018 under the Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS) program, maintaining levels similar to 2017 due to growth limitations in cellulosic and advanced biofuels.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00068397
Tate Bennett
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3 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed the repeal of the "Clean Power Plan" as part of President Trump's America First strategy, asserting that the regulation exceeds the Agency's statutory authority and aims to reduce regulatory burdens on energy development.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00062440
Tate Bennett
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5 |
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The National Association of Clean Air Agencies (NACAA) submitted recommendations to the EPA's Office of Air and Radiation regarding principles for improving and streamlining Clean Air Act permitting processes.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00184016
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5 |
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Former EPA attorneys submitted a response to Administrator Scott Pruitt's October 16, 2017 directive regarding the settlement of lawsuits against the EPA, correcting perceived legal and factual errors in his statements.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Brittany Bolen of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with Michael Birsic from Marathon Petroleum to talk about non-discretionary review periods in the Clean Air Act.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00084326
Brittany Bolen
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt attended the G-7 environment ministers meeting briefly before returning to the U.S. for a Cabinet meeting, amid ongoing tensions regarding the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Coalition for Clean Air expresses strong support in a letter to the U.S. EPA for adopting more stringent locomotive emission standards by 2020, as petitioned by the California Air Resources Board.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email discusses the uncertainty surrounding President Trump's decision on whether the U.S. will withdraw from the Paris climate change agreement, highlighting the implications for the EPA and international relations.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Kerry Kelly of Waste Management to Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses a meeting regarding Clean Air Act rules for municipal solid waste landfills and expresses appreciation for their prior meeting with Administrator Pruitt.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The document is an email from William Wehrum to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA regarding a court order from the D.C. Circuit Court, which places the consolidated cases involving the EPA and the State of West Virginia in abeyance for 60 days, requiring the EPA to file status reports every 30 days.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Florida Municipal Electric Association submitted comments to the EPA regarding regulatory reform efforts and priorities for action in 2017, emphasizing the need for environmental regulations that ensure both protection and affordable electric power for Florida's public power communities.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email from William Wehrum at the EPA discusses revisions to draft responses for Questions for the Record (QFRs) related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating corrections and placeholders for specific inquiries.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Texas Public Policy Foundation submitted a petition to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs and other federal agencies regarding regulatory decisions, emphasizing the need for adherence to scientific integrity in environmental policy as articulated by EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402716 |
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Kohler Co. expressed concerns to the EPA regarding the Clay Ceramics Manufacturing National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (Clay MACT Rule), arguing that it unfairly disadvantages them compared to foreign competitors and makes expansion cost-prohibitive, while also noting they have filed a legal challenge against the rule's methodology.
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The Bureau of Land Management's Acting Chief of Staff, Peter Mali, forwarded a cleared memo on venting and flaring to agency officials, expressing gratitude for their quick turnaround on the document.
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The email from Clint Nesmith to EPA officials discusses proposed questions for Administrator Pruitt to address during a moderated conversation at the Crossroads Summit, focusing on environmental protection, regulatory authority, and the EPA's staffing changes.
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2017 |
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The email from Tony Frye at the Environmental Protection Agency discusses the attachments related to Administrator Pruitt's confirmation hearing, including the full transcript and specific questions from Senator Markey, while noting that Senator Harris did not submit any questions for the record.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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This document is a calendar for Sarah Greenwalt of the EPA, detailing her availability and scheduled meetings from February 1, 2017, to March 31, 2017, including multiple cancellations of the Weekly Flint Coordination Meeting.
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2017 |
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The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses the publication of supportive articles regarding the repeal of the Clean Power Plan, highlighting efforts to provide balanced perspectives in media coverage.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email from Aaron Yeow of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency acknowledges receipt of comments from Clint Woods regarding candidate selections for the EPA's Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee, emphasizing the importance of including state air agency experts.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Robin Kime discusses a meeting request with EPA officials to address concerns raised by Waste Management and other associations regarding new Clean Air Act rules for municipal solid waste landfills, which they believe conflict with existing regulations and have been challenged in court.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document is a letter endorsing Bill Wehrum's nomination by President Trump to serve as the Assistant Administrator for Air and Radiation at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), highlighting his extensive experience and qualifications in environmental law and policy.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00156502
Aaron Ringel
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2 |
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The email from Joseph L. Citta Jr. of the Nebraska Public Power District discusses a follow-up meeting with EPA representatives regarding the Large Public Power Council's potential role in providing policy and technical guidance on environmental regulatory issues.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00084231
Brittany Bolen
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2 |
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The email correspondence involves Matthew Kuryla expressing interest in serving on the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC) and discussing his relevant experience with Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA, who is facilitating connections with Richard Yamada from the Office of Research and Development.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270246
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The Association of Air Pollution Control Agencies (AAPCA) held its 2017 Fall Business Meeting in Raleigh, North Carolina, where state and local air agencies elected new officers for 2017-2018 and recognized three agencies with Best Practice Awards, while welcoming senior officials from the U.S. EPA and the White House.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from William Wehrum to EPA officials discusses his initial draft responses to Questions for the Record (QFR) related to his nomination as an Assistant Administrator of the EPA, highlighting the need for consistency and addressing specific issues regarding the deliberative process.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Brent Feweil of Earth & Water Law Group requests a meeting with EPA officials Samantha Dravis and Henry Darwin to discuss regulatory reform ideas from the National Association of Clean Water Agencies that could save municipalities money while enhancing environmental protections.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The EPA announced an extension of one year for the deadline on initial area designations related to the 2015 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone, as communicated by Administrator Scott Pruitt to governors.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00077973
Tate Bennett
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2 |
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The EPA's June 28, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert details regulatory updates from Arkansas and Colorado regarding amendments to gas pipeline safety standards and hazardous air pollutants emission standards, respectively.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various energy and climate-related legislative actions and decisions, including proposed funding cuts for ARPA-E, a new German fund for clean-energy projects, a $1 billion mine cleanup bill, and the extension of the Navajo Generating Station's lease, as well as calls for an investigation into EPA's interference in congressional testimony.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Brittany Bolen of the EPA discusses a scheduled meeting on June 15, 2017, with the Brick Industry Association to address concerns regarding the National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Brick Manufacturing, without discussing ongoing litigation.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Justin A. Savage of Sidley Austin LLP discusses logistics and preparations for a panel on the Clean Power Plan (CPP) featuring Justin Schwab, Deputy General Counsel at the EPA, scheduled for December 19, 2017, organized by the Energy Bar Association.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00162417
Justin Schwab
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2 |
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing the Mitigation Manual and Handbook, with Deborah Mead providing a table highlighting concerns and suggested changes related to restrictive policies and conflicts with previous directives.
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2017 |
BLM201800412 |
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The email from Robin Kime discusses an introductory meeting with Oren Cass regarding climate change policy and emphasizes the importance of analyzing emissions forecasting baselines for the EPA under Administrator Pruitt.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various topics including the agency's proposal to maintain 2018 renewable fuel standard targets while lowering cellulosic biofuel volumes, challenges to California's vehicle greenhouse gas authority, questions from the EPA Science Advisory Board regarding air toxic risk assessment methods, and the centralized oversight of a cleanup decision for the Hanford Superfund site by Administrator Scott Pruitt.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding Executive Order 13777, emphasizing the state's role in environmental regulation and the need for coordination with states and tribes on air and water quality standards.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00173496
Kenneth Wagner
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7 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various issues including proposed funding cuts to the agency, efforts to overhaul NEPA, a Supreme Court case regarding air pollution controls, and the EPA's commitment to regulating perchlorate in drinking water.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Clint Woods informs members of the U.S. EPA Regulatory Reform Task Force about the release of a new report by the Association of Air Pollution Control Agencies (AAPCA) regarding regulatory reform under the Clean Air Act, highlighting state perspectives and specific regulatory themes for consideration.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The document is a memorandum from Fitzgerald Truck Parts to the EPA discussing issues with the Phase 2 Emissions and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Engines and Vehicles, specifically arguing that glider vehicles should not be classified as "new" vehicles under the regulation.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00087316
Byron Brown
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