Air Toxics and the Clean Air Act

Clean Air Act Section 112, hazardous air pollutants, air toxics standards, MACT, and NESHAP records.

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The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works held a hearing on the nominations of Kathleen Hartnett White and Andrew Wheeler, during which Ranking Member Carper questioned Wheeler about the importance of shielding the EPA from political influence and ensuring compliance with communication restrictions between the EPA and the White House. 2017
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Christian Palich
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The email from the EPA discusses Administrator Scott Pruitt's push for increased accountability in the cleanup of Superfund sites, highlighting a new plan from the Superfund task force aimed at accelerating site remediation without requiring legislative changes. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 22
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce submitted comments to the EPA regarding the evaluation of existing regulations that hinder job creation and impose excessive costs, in response to the EPA's request for feedback on regulatory impacts. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
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The email from Holland & Knight LLP to the EPA discusses industry reasons for seeking a rehearing of the HFC rule, emphasizing the importance of regulatory certainty and the potential challenges posed by state-level regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The Environmental Council of the States submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding Executive Order 13777, which focuses on enforcing the regulatory reform agenda. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email from Grant Evans of Occidental Chemical Corporation to Samantha Dravis at the EPA expresses gratitude for a meeting regarding the PVC MACT regulations and emphasizes the vinyl industry's commitment to environmental performance and collaboration on future actions. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the agency's strategies to delay Obama-era regulations, the legal challenges posed by environmentalists against these delays, the potential impact of delays on the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee, and the appointment of a new deputy assistant administrator for water. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The document outlines an agenda for a conference hosted in Washington, DC, on November 30, 2017, featuring discussions among key regulators from the US EPA and other agencies on environmental law and policy topics, including air quality, climate change regulation, and land management. 2017
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The email from POLITICO reports that the Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from a power company challenging EPA emissions regulations related to industrial accidents, following a lawsuit that upheld Obama-era boiler emissions rules. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Bill Becker of the National Association of Clean Air Agencies to Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses an invitation for Administrator Pruitt to deliver a keynote address at their annual meeting on May 1, 2017, while also highlighting recommendations for improving the nation's clean air program. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The document is a letter from Jeffrey R. Holmstead 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 Wehrum's extensive experience in Clean Air Act issues. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
2
The email correspondence from the EPA's Office of the Administrator discusses scheduling a keynote address by Administrator Pruitt to the Nation's Egg Producers in Washington, D.C. on May 18, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The document is a set of questions from Senator Booker to Scott Pruitt regarding his nomination as Administrator of the EPA, focusing on the Passaic River Superfund cleanup project and environmental justice issues related to air pollution near major ports. 2017
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The document is a court opinion from the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit regarding the case Mexichem Fluor, Inc. v. Environmental Protection Agency, which involves petitions for review of final actions taken by the EPA. 2017
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William Lovell
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The email from Patrice Douglas to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the regulatory challenges faced by MGPI regarding the capture of "fugitive emissions" from whiskey aging, highlighting a recent shift in EPA Region 5's interpretation that conflicts with previous guidance and seeking assistance to resolve the matter. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 32
The EPA is seeking nominations to fill key positions on the Clean Air Science Advisory Committee and the Science Advisory Board, with a notice to be published in the Federal Register allowing 30 days for submissions, as the timely appointment is crucial to maintain the functionality of these committees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) setting a quick comment deadline for the Department of Energy's proposed rule favoring nuclear and coal-fired power plants, amidst pushback from various energy sectors and lukewarm support from Senate Energy Chairman Lisa Murkowski. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
The email correspondence involves Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the EPA, discussing a meeting request from Geoffrey Moody of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to address industry concerns and explore collaboration. 2017 HQ2017008402 10
The email from Joseph Stanko to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses a petition from the NAAQS Implementation Coalition requesting reconsideration of the EPA's final rule on air quality modeling published on January 17, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The memorandum from Hogan Lovells discusses security concerns related to the EPA's final Risk Management Program regulation, highlighting the increased risks of terrorist activities at facilities handling hazardous substances. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email discusses President Trump's executive order aimed at expediting federal environmental permitting for infrastructure projects, which includes designating lead agencies and revoking an Obama-era flood standard, drawing criticism from various stakeholders, including environmentalists and some lawmakers. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email from Megan Heube 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 clarity on EPA's intentions to act on the petition. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to solicit public input on regulatory steps to limit greenhouse gas emissions from existing power plants following the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan. 2017
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Tate Bennett
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The Fertilizer Institute's Andy O'Hare thanked EPA's Byron Brown for a meeting regarding CERCLA 108, advocating for an exclusion of phosphate and potash from the rule's scope and seeking updates on the reconsideration of the phosphate fertilizer risk and technology review. 2017
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Byron Brown
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The email correspondence between Heidi McAuliffe of the American Coatings Association and EPA officials discusses the rescheduling of a meeting to review comments on EPA regulatory reform and outlines details for an upcoming private industry Policy Summit. 2017
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William Lovell
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from October 6, 2017, discusses the Trump administration's plans to repeal the Clean Power Plan, highlights leadership changes within the agency, and addresses environmental issues such as endangered species protections and water pollution incidents. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The EPA is proposing revisions to the Alabama State Implementation Plan (SIP) that would replace the federal Cross-State Air Pollution Rule with a state trading program for ozone season nitrogen oxides emissions and approve changes related to visibility and regional haze. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works held a hearing on November 8, 2017, regarding the nominations of Kathleen Hartnett White and Andrew Wheeler, during which Ranking Member Carper questioned Wheeler about the importance of shielding the EPA from political influence and the need for restrictions on communications between the EPA and the White House. 2017
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Christian Palich
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The email discusses Bill Wehrum's priorities as the new assistant administrator of the EPA's Office of Air and Radiation, focusing on rolling back the Clean Power Plan and reconsidering greenhouse gas standards for vehicles. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email correspondence among U.S. Department of the Interior officials discusses revisions to the talking points for the Energy Burdens Report, with a focus on finalizing the document before sending it to a colleague named Brad. 2017 OS201700602 50
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is preparing a memorandum to respond to Secretary's Order 3349 regarding actions related to mitigation and climate change, with a focus on new regulations and policy documents. 2017 BLM201800412 10
The email correspondence between Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses an invitation for Gunasekara to speak at a Utility Air Regulatory Group meeting on Clean Air Act regulatory issues scheduled for June 22, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from William Wehrum of the Brick Industry Association to Sydney Hupp at the EPA requests a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to discuss the impact of the National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants on the brick manufacturing industry, without addressing ongoing litigation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA issued a final rule approving a revision to California's State Implementation Plan for a photochemical assessment monitoring system in six ozone nonattainment areas, effective October 30, 2017, and also revised the NESHAP for phosphoric acid manufacturing and phosphate fertilizer production, extending compliance deadlines for emissions reporting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various controversies and legal challenges surrounding the agency's new chemical review process, delays in methane standards, and the authority to delay a facility safety rule, reflecting the contentious regulatory environment under the Trump administration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Mark Ranalli of Allegiance LLC requests a 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 standards. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Will Lovell at the EPA discusses the logistics of a speaking engagement for Ms. Dravis, confirming her 15-minute speech followed by a Q&A session, and includes a request for an agenda and guest list for the event. 2017
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William Lovell
3
Environmental groups are urging the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals to reinstate the EPA's methane rule for new oil and gas wells, arguing that the agency's temporary stay violates the Clean Air Act and harms vulnerable communities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA is mentioned in a POLITICO report detailing the House Energy and Commerce subcommittee's partisan advancement of bills to delay ozone standards and reauthorize the brownfields cleanup program, with a full committee markup expected next. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA issued a regulatory alert on November 2, 2017, detailing a final rule confirming that the Philadelphia area has attained the 2008 ozone NAAQS, alongside announcing a meeting of the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee scheduled for December 12, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The document is a letter from various oil and gas trade associations to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, providing comments on the proposed rule regarding emission standards for the oil and natural gas sector and the stay of certain requirements published in the Federal Register. 2017
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Justin Schwab
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The email exchange involves William Wehrum, a former EPA official, discussing inquiries from E&E News regarding his role in the 2003 NESHAP for Brick and Structural Clay Products and his current representation of the Brick Industry Association in litigation related to the 2015 regulations. 2017
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The American Coatings Association submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding regulatory reform under Executive Order 13777, urging the agency to modernize and streamline regulations that they find unnecessary and costly for the paint and coatings industry. 2017
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William Lovell
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is providing a memorandum to the Secretary regarding the implementation of Secretary's Order 3349, detailing actions related to mitigation and climate change as part of the agency's ongoing efforts to manage land use impacts. 2017 OS201700602 10
The email from Michelle Hale at the EPA discusses Scott Pruitt's decision to rescind the "Waters of the United States" rule, which expanded federal regulation of water bodies under the Clean Water Act, framing it as a restoration of order rather than a shake-up. 2017
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Michelle Hale
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) received a waiver request from Florida Governor Rick Scott to allow the use of red dyed 15 ppm non-road diesel fuel in highway vehicles due to fuel supply shortages caused by Hurricane Irma and ongoing evacuations. 2017
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Troy Lyons
3
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Bruce Fogerty discusses scheduling changes for a meeting in April, with a request to potentially move a Friday schedule to Saturday. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA received a regulatory alert detailing proposed amendments to radiation control regulations in Delaware and minimum safety standards for logging systems in Idaho, with hearings and comment deadlines specified for both states. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The National Association of Clean Air Agencies (NACAA) submitted recommendations to the EPA for improving and streamlining Clean Air Act permitting programs, emphasizing collaboration with state and local air pollution control agencies. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from Rahul Thaker outlines the details for a panel session on Clean Power Plan litigation updates at the A&WMA's Annual Conference, scheduled for June 8, 2017, featuring representatives from the EPA, state environmental agencies, the electric power generation industry, and environmental organizations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a keynote speaking engagement for Administrator Pruitt at the Cement Association's meeting on May 9, 2017, with flexibility regarding timing and format. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
Wyoming Governor Matthew H. Mead submitted a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on May 12, 2017, providing input on regulations for repeal, replacement, or modification in response to President Trump's Executive Order 13777, emphasizing the need for tailored regulations that support the state's economic drivers while ensuring environmental protection. 2017
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Tate Bennett
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The EPA's May 23, 2017, Federal Regulatory Alert discusses an upcoming CASAC meeting on sulfur oxides health criteria and a proposed consent decree in a Texas case requiring Vopak Terminal Deer Park Inc. to pay penalties and implement emission controls for environmental violations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The email from the EPA discusses a proposed run of show and regulatory policies affecting coal producers, including a letter from Cloud Peak Energy's CEO to the Trump Administration regarding support for the coal industry. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The email from the EPA discusses questions from the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives regarding the agency's authority to regulate carbon emissions from electric generation facilities and vehicles under the Clean Air Act, as well as inquiries about the implications of recent regulatory actions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email discusses a new policy by the EPA that requires regional offices to obtain approval from headquarters before making information requests to companies, a move that critics argue could weaken environmental enforcement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The U.S. EPA's Region 5 issued a Notice and Finding of Violation to MGPI of Indiana, LLC regarding emissions from whiskey aging warehouses, prompting legal counsel for MGPI to argue that the EPA cannot unilaterally change its long-standing policy on these emissions without prior notice. 2017
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Justin Schwab
9
The document discusses the nomination of Bill Wehrum by President Trump to serve as the EPA Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation, highlighting praise from environmental leaders for his qualifications and experience in air quality issues. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA announced additional public listening sessions in San Francisco, Gillette, and Kansas City regarding the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan, responding to significant public interest. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Megan Berge of Baker Botts to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses comments from the Class of '85 Regulatory Response Groups on the EPA's request for public feedback regarding regulatory reforms as part of the agency's evaluation of existing regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 17
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report about Pennsylvania nuns appealing a court decision that dismissed their lawsuit against the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Co. regarding the Atlantic Sunrise pipeline, citing religious freedom concerns. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 16
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses questions from the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives regarding the EPA's authority to regulate carbon emissions from electric generation facilities under the Clean Air Act and the implications of the Supreme Court's ruling in Massachusetts vs. EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
Cloud Peak Energy's CEO Colin Marshall writes to President Trump expressing gratitude for the Energy Independence Executive Order while urging further regulatory support and financial incentives for the coal industry to ensure its viability and job preservation. 2017
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Tate Bennett
4
The email correspondence between Bethany Davis of Boyden Gray Associates and EPA officials discusses a meeting request and the possibility of bringing an additional attendee, Andrew Varcoe, to the meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email from the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report indicating that the agency has made little progress on deciding whether to relax greenhouse gas standards for cars, raising concerns about meeting a deadline that would lock in current standards through 2025. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 17
The EPA's June 20, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses proposed regulations for an Alaska Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit for wastewater treatment and the disapproval of new regulations for mobile automotive repair in California. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Patrice Douglas to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the regulatory challenges faced by MGPI regarding the capture of "fugitive emissions" from whiskey aging, highlighting a recent change in EPA Region 5's interpretation that conflicts with previous guidance and seeking assistance to resolve the matter. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 32
The email correspondence between Ryan Flickner of the Kansas Farm Bureau and Sydney Hupp from the EPA's Office of the Administrator discusses scheduling a meeting on May 24, 2017, to talk about Flint Hills range burning with Administrator Pruitt or his staff. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Midwest Ozone Group submitted a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt advocating for the evaluation and potential repeal of certain regulations that they believe impose unnecessary burdens on the electric power industry, in response to Executive Order 13777 aimed at regulatory reform. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from David Crane to Ryan Jackson and Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to address regulatory issues related to oil and gas effluent guidelines, the EPA's methane rule, and the social cost of carbon, highlighting concerns from industry representatives. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Andi Johnson of Commerce Lexington discusses the upcoming meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt on July 12, 2017, detailing the confirmed attendees and key topics related to energy and environmental regulatory issues to be addressed. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from the EPA discusses the upcoming meeting between Administrator Scott Pruitt and representatives from POET, including a list of attendees and security check instructions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
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 EPA issued a waiver allowing the sale of gasoline with 15 percent ethanol in 12 states and the District of Columbia to alleviate fuel shortages caused by Hurricane Harvey, as announced by Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
2
The email from William Wehrum at the EPA discusses Heidi King's qualifications and experience related to environmental regulation and public policy, highlighting her previous roles and contributions to investment risk management and legislative advisory work. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
Bill Wehrum from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is coordinating a meeting with Matthew Kuryla from Baker Botts regarding a potential slot on the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee. 2017
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Bill Wehrum
1
The document is an EPA regulatory alert detailing proposed revisions to the Arizona and Illinois State Implementation Plans (SIPs) for sulfur dioxide (SO2) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), with comments due by November 6, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The document is a calendar for Byron Brown, Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy at the EPA, detailing his schedule and meetings for March 2017, including a focus on ethics training and a draft guidance for the Gold King Mine Superfund reimbursement. 2017 2056
The Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the evaluation of existing regulations and the potential repeal, replacement, or modification of emission standards for internal combustion engines and heavy-duty vehicles. 2017
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William Lovell
21
The email from the EPA discusses a coalition of states and environmental groups urging the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals to issue a ruling on the Clean Power Plan amid the Trump administration's efforts to repeal it, highlighting concerns over the EPA's statutory obligations under the Clean Air Act. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The American Water Works Association submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the evaluation of existing regulations, advocating for cost-effective improvements while maintaining public health protections under the Safe Drinking Water Act. 2017 HQ2017008402 40
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 resolve FERC's lack of quorum affecting major energy decisions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA's June 29, 2017, Federal Regulatory Alert discusses proposed approvals of Alabama's SIP for PM-2.5 infrastructure requirements and confirms the adequacy of motor vehicle emissions budgets in California's San Joaquin Valley for transportation conformity, with comments due by July 31, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The email from Michael Pasko of the National Marine Manufacturers Association discusses an upcoming meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt and marine engine executives to address ethanol policy and regulatory relief. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
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 comment on government-wide reform initiated by Executive Order 13781. 2017 FSWO201706593 7
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA informs Natalie Maciolek about a meeting to be scheduled regarding the Clay MACT rule and encourages participation in the public comment period for the EPA's Regulatory Reform Task Force. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
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. 2017
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Tate Bennett
5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various topics including states' concerns over the EPA's ozone data, opposition to Michael Dourson's nomination, support from the CSB for parts of the Obama-era RMP rule, manufacturers' calls for NSR reform, and the EPA's proposals for prioritizing chemicals for TSCA risk analyses. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Myron Ebell discusses the Cooler Heads Coalition meeting, highlights Rupert Darwall's book on climate policy, mentions a PBS documentary on the EPA, and references Steve Milloy's op-ed criticizing the Obama-era Clean Power Plan, while noting the Trump administration's efforts to repeal it. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The American Iron and Steel Institute submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency opposing proposed financial responsibility requirements for iron ore mining under CERCLA 108(b), arguing that the regulations would impose unnecessary financial burdens on the industry. 2017
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Byron Brown
37
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses several key actions and decisions by the Trump administration, including Administrator Scott Pruitt's directive to limit "sue and settle" practices, the proposed budget for a refocused IRIS program, the implementation of an Obama-era Superfund vapor intrusion rule, and the defense of an Obama-era Clean Air Act policy in a Supreme Court brief. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Karen Billups to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a meeting regarding coal refuse plants and references a letter from Senator Toomey to the EPA Administrator about environmental policies affecting energy production in Pennsylvania. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The EPA issued a waiver allowing the sale of gasoline with 15 percent ethanol in 12 states and the District of Columbia to address fuel shortages caused by Hurricane Harvey. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document discusses the Senate's confirmation of nominees to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the Department of Energy, including the appointment of Kevin McIntyre as chair, while also addressing the advancement of a controversial nominee for the EPA's air office. 2017
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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 state governors. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking input on improving its land use planning and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) processes to eliminate inefficiencies and enhance resource stewardship, as directed by the President and Secretary of the Interior. 2017 BLM201700947 30
The National Association of Manufacturers submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the evaluation of regulations for potential repeal, replacement, or modification, emphasizing the need for a more flexible and responsive regulatory process. 2017
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Patrick Davis
20
The email from the EPA discusses logistical arrangements and document sharing related to an upcoming event involving Cloud Peak Energy, with coordination between EPA officials and the company's representatives. 2017 5
The email from Harry MacDougald to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses the submission of a Second Supplement to the Concerned Household Electricity Consumers Council's petition for reconsideration of the Endangerment Finding for greenhouse gases under the Clean Air Act. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Vinyl Institute requests that the EPA prioritize the reconsideration of the PVC MACT rulemaking due to previous petitions for reconsideration and legal challenges faced by the industry regarding emission limits. 2017 7