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The Department of the Interior, led by Secretary Ryan Zinke, announced a comprehensive overhaul of federal energy policies and environmental protections aimed at streamlining domestic energy production, in response to President Trump's Executive Order 13783.
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The document is a petition submitted by the Utility Water Act Group to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requesting reconsideration of the final rule on effluent limitations guidelines for the steam electric power generating point source category.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is coordinating a meeting request from the Aluminum Association for Administrator E. Scott Pruitt to discuss EPA activities related to vehicle fuel economy and regulatory reform with aluminum industry executives.
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Madeline Morris
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The email from John Haii to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Director Sarah Rees requests the EPA to clarify its position on the implementation of NPDES rule modifications vacated by the 8th Circuit Court in the Iowa League of Cities v. EPA decision, which has significant implications for municipal compliance costs under the Clean Water Act.
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The email discusses EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit to Iowa and North Dakota, where he emphasized the need for regulatory clarity in revising the "Waters of the U.S." rule, criticizing the previous administration for creating uncertainty for farmers and ranchers.
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The email from Chris Hessler to EPA officials Ryan Jackson and Mandy Gunasekara discusses comments submitted by AJW, Inc. regarding the Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) proposal, emphasizing the need for adjustments to improve the accuracy of CNG/LNG production estimates.
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public input on potential reductions in annual renewable fuel quotas, including biomass-based diesel mandates for 2018 and 2019, following a notice that outlines options for waiving or adjusting these targets due to market circumstances.
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The email from Robert Daguillard of the EPA discusses the agency's regulatory framework for genetically engineered mosquitoes under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), outlining the approval process and safety standards required for these products.
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The email correspondence involves Ryan Jackson and Aaron Dickerson from the EPA discussing a potential meeting with Christopher Hessler regarding the Health Effects Institute, while also referencing a forwarded message from Will Rogers concerning regulatory integrity issues.
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The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality submitted a 2017 amendment to the State Expenditure Plan under the Oil Spill Impact Component of the RESTORE Act, detailing compliance certifications, public participation, financial integrity, and project activities.
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Bill Wehrum
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The email discusses tensions between EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and corn-state senators over proposed cuts to biomass-based biodiesel quotas, which are seen as undermining the biofuels industry and benefiting oil refiners, amidst concerns that President Trump is not honoring his campaign promises regarding renewable fuels.
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The email from Beau Greenwood of CropLife America to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses Rick Keigwin's successful testimony before the Senate Agriculture Committee regarding pesticide regulation.
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The email exchange between Aurelia Skipwith of the U.S. Department of the Interior and Michael Rossetti discusses a meeting request to address the $5 million held by the National Park Foundation related to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and the completion of its donor wall.
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The email correspondence between Rich Nolan from the National Mining Association and Byron Brown from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting on August 7 or 8 regarding hardrock mining issues, specifically focusing on CERCLA 108(b) and other coal-related matters.
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The document outlines the agenda for the 7th Annual EPA Region 7/8 and State Departments of Agriculture Meeting, focusing on updates regarding agriculture policy, pesticide regulations, and discussions on issues such as dicamba use and cannabis production, held by the EPA in Denver, CO on December 11-12, 2017.
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Kenneth Wagner
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The email correspondence between Sarah Burgess of the Texas Attorney General's Office and Hayley Ford of the EPA confirms a meeting on October 2, 2017, at EPA Headquarters with Administrator Pruitt regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email discusses the departure of Nadeam Elshami, Chief of Staff for House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, to join SIGNAL Group, and the appointment of Danny Weiss as his replacement, highlighting Elshami's contributions to the Democratic Caucus during his tenure.
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The email from Mimi Braniff to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a waiver request submitted by Pennsylvania Governor Wolf regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) due to concerns about severe economic harm.
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The National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) plans to include a request for a Certification and Training (C&T) extension in their comments to the administration regarding Executive Order 13777, while also coordinating with other stakeholders for potential support and collaboration.
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Tate Bennett
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The memorandum from the United States Environmental Protection Agency's Regulatory Reform Officer, Samantha Dravis, discusses a request from the Ad-Hoc Industry Natural Resource Management Group to review the inter-relationship between EPA policies and the Natural Resource Damage Assessment regulations of the Department of the Interior and NOAA, aiming to identify opportunities for more cost-effective approaches to managing natural resource damages at Superfund sites.
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Albert Kelly
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, led by Scott Pruitt, is emphasizing a strict approach to addressing diesel emissions cheating by automakers, particularly following Volkswagen's scandal, and is in discussions with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles regarding similar allegations.
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The Florida Governor's Press Office released an update on October 6, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's declaration of a state of emergency in 29 counties and the state's preparedness efforts for Tropical Storm Nate, including military support and coordination with law enforcement.
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Michael Abboud
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The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses facilitating a meeting with the Administrator regarding the Midwest Ozone Group's assessment of international transport impacts on ozone air quality, following the Administrator's recent letter extending deadlines related to the 2015 ozone NAAQS.
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The email from Joseph Seidlitz to Rich Cardinale and Jill Moran discusses the submission of various Bureau of Land Management (BLM) briefing papers related to multiple topics, including abandoned mine lands, energy development, and land management, due for review by the Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals (ASLM) by 2 PM on May 9, 2017.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee's advancement of nominations for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the Department of the Interior, highlighting the importance of restoring FERC's quorum for energy infrastructure decisions.
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The email from Baker Botts to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses Western Farmers Electric Cooperative's petition for reconsideration of the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule Update regarding the 2008 Ozone NAAQS, specifically requesting a correction of a technical error affecting allowance allocations to its Anadarko Plant units to avoid increased costs during the 2017 ozone season.
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The email correspondence between Hayley Ford of the EPA and Sarah Burgess from the Texas Attorney General's office discusses scheduling a meeting between Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on October 3, 2017.
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The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers expresses gratitude to the EPA for reconsidering greenhouse gas standards for light-duty vehicles and seeks to collaborate on streamlining regulations to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions.
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The Department of the Interior is suspending more than 200 advisory panels, but James Cason has instructed Mike Black to continue Tribal Interagency Bison Committee (TIBC) meetings, emphasizing their relevance to ongoing Tribal Consultation processes.
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The email from John Metzger of 3M to Samantha Dravis at the EPA requests a meeting to discuss regulatory reform ideas related to New Source Performance Standards, emphasizing their impact on research and development.
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The email exchange between Cassie Shirk from the Maryland Office of the Governor and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses the use of minimum risk pesticides on food crops and the regulatory requirements associated with them.
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Tate Bennett
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Philip Nelson urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners who must purchase credits for renewable fuel blending they do not perform.
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The EPA's Energy and Climate Report from July 28, 2017, discusses various topics including Mexico's ethanol policy, a request for a rehearing on methane emissions regulations, Alaska's new oil tax bill, and California's electric vehicle infrastructure investment from Volkswagen.
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The EPA's June 5, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert details proposed regulations in Alaska for an APDES permit related to oil and gas pipeline operations and announces a hearing in Indiana regarding amendments to burning regulations for outdoor hydronic heaters.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received comments from agricultural organizations regarding regulatory impacts on farming, expressing support for the agency's review process while emphasizing the need to alleviate unnecessary regulatory burdens.
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ED_002061_00068622
Tate Bennett
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The document is a summary of the Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) Inorganic Byproducts Negotiated Rulemaking Committee Meeting held by the EPA on September 13-14, 2017, outlining discussions on updated proposals and next steps for developing recommendations for constituent feedback.
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The email from Stephen Fotis of Van Ness Feldman LLP discusses a meeting with EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara and Justin Schwab regarding Shell's involvement in the reconsideration rulemaking for the OOOOa regulatory regime.
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Justin Schwab
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The email correspondence between Dave Conover of Kinder Morgan and EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt, indicating availability for the week of November 13, 2017, while noting a conflict on the 29th and 30th.
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The EPA issued a final rule determining that Jefferson County, Missouri has attained the 2010 one-hour primary sulfur dioxide NAAQS, effective October 13, 2017, while the State Department announced a request for nominations for scientists for the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report.
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The Forest Service is coordinating a review plan for Executive Order 032817, with a schedule for drafting, group brainstorming, and revisions leading to a final draft delivery by April 19, 2017.
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The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Don Ingerson discusses the inability of a representative to attend the Roanoke Cement Energy Star Industrial showcase event and explores the possibility of sending a letter of recognition instead.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a separate issue raised by the National Fisheries Institute regarding over-regulation, while also mentioning a forthcoming quote in support of Alex Dunn from John Gruden, President of the American College of Environmental Lawyers.
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The email exchange between Cassandra Torstenson from the North Dakota Governor's Office and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses the introduction of Torstenson in relation to policy areas including water, and mentions a letter regarding the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) regulation.
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ED_002061_00069859
Tate Bennett
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The email from Michelle Hale, Executive Assistant to the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, confirms her intention to forward two letters from the National Association of Home Builders to Administrator Pruitt, one thanking him for a recent meeting and the other praising the President for his leadership on the "Waters of the United States" Executive Order.
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The email from Teresa Breslin to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges a change in the Renewable Fuel Standard's "point of obligation" to protect jobs in the refining industry by addressing inequities that disadvantage independent refiners.
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The email from Carl Luthke to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges a change in the Renewable Fuel Standard's "point of obligation" to protect jobs in the refining industry by addressing inequities that disadvantage independent refiners.
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The EPA issued a final rule approving revisions to California's State Implementation Plan for ozone monitoring in the Bakersfield Metropolitan Statistical Area, effective November 13, 2017.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Tim McKinney from HollyFrontier is urging the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent refiners, highlighting the unfair burden placed on them compared to larger companies.
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ED_002061_00024121
Michael Abboud
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The email from Hayley Ford of the Environmental Protection Agency confirms Administrator Pruitt's interest in test driving the Toyota Mirai and scheduling a visit with Toyota representatives for the following week.
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The Forest Service is coordinating comments on a draft review plan related to an Executive Order promoting energy independence, with Leslie Vaculik providing additional feedback and documentation.
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The email discusses EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's potential plan to exempt coal-fired power plants from further carbon dioxide regulations under the Clean Air Act, referencing a legal argument related to existing mercury emissions regulations.
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13 Tier
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The document is a letter from U.S. businesses to President Trump expressing support for continued U.S. participation in the Paris climate change agreement, highlighting its benefits for competitiveness, investment, job creation, cost minimization, and risk reduction.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from August 21, 2017, discusses various environmental topics including the potential survival of a coal mine in Arizona, concerns over conflicts of interest regarding Energy Department nominees, and internal emails revealing EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's quick decision to keep a neurotoxic pesticide on the market.
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The Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army announced on June 27, 2017, their proposal to rescind the 2015 "Waters of the U.S." rule to restore previous regulatory definitions and provide interim certainty while planning a comprehensive re-evaluation of the definition of "waters of the United States."
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ED_002061_00068273
Tate Bennett
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The email correspondence involves Sydney Hupp from the EPA coordinating a potential meeting between Administrator Scott Pruitt and Chick-fil-A representatives regarding a business opportunity.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Susan Asmus of the National Association of Home Builders and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting for Administrator Pruitt to address the NAHB's Board of Directors on June 15, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA is planning to propose significant changes to the benefits associated with the Clean Power Plan, which could eliminate tens of billions of dollars in benefits and support Administrator Scott Pruitt's legal argument for rescinding the Obama-era emissions reduction rule.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, acknowledges Ben Masters' concerns regarding the management of Wild Horses and Burros and his advocacy for the inclusion of lethal management tools in the program.
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is preparing a preliminary response to Secretary's Order 3349 regarding burdensome regulations affecting the development of domestically produced energy resources, as mandated by the Deputy Secretary.
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The email from the EPA discusses an upcoming Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Emergency Planning training workshop scheduled for August 17-18, 2017, featuring key speakers from DHS, FEMA, and USDA, aimed at improving agency preparedness for disasters.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt faced intense questioning regarding President Trump's climate change views and the decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement, emphasizing economic concerns over scientific consensus.
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from October 11, 2017, discusses the Trump administration's proposal to rescind the Clean Power Plan, highlighting its implications for air pollution control and climate regulation, particularly favoring coal over renewables.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Florida Division of Emergency Management, under Governor Rick Scott, has opened Multi-Agency Resource Centers at Orlando and Miami International Airports to assist Puerto Rican families displaced by Hurricane Maria with various recovery services.
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ED_002061_00008372
Michael Abboud
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is coordinating the submission of a spreadsheet in response to Section 2 of Executive Order 13783, related to oil and gas management, and is requesting additional printed copies for staff review.
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The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA provides information regarding Safe Drinking Water Act enforcement, clarifying that enforcement is primarily conducted by states and includes details on how to access ECHO SDWA data for both EPA and state enforcement actions.
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13 Tier
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The email from POLITICO Pro Energy discusses ongoing developments in Energy Week, highlighting President Trump's potential liquefied natural gas sales to India and Energy Secretary Rick Perry's comments on future energy policy and tax reform, with implications for the EPA and energy sector subsidies.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Army are proposing a rule to rescind the 2015 Clean Water Rule and revert to the previous definition of "waters of the United States" to provide regulatory certainty for states, farmers, and businesses.
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ED_002061_00067010
Tate Bennett
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The email correspondence involves Michael Rossetti coordinating a meeting regarding the MLK Memorial with Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, who is unavailable for the scheduled meeting on June 28, 2017.
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Matt Ellsworth from the American Exploration & Mining Association expresses interest in collaborating with the EPA on the "Good Sam" initiative related to hardrock mining and offers assistance in Region X to Kenneth Wagner, highlighting ongoing discussions with Trout Unlimited regarding the Pebble mine and other environmental policies.
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ED_002061_00173045
Kenneth Wagner
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The EPA's August 3, 2017, EHS Federal Regulatory Alert discusses a proposed consent decree in the case of United States v. Harcros Chemicals Inc. to resolve Clean Air Act violations, requiring Harcros to pay a $950,000 civil penalty and undertake compliance audits and environmental projects at multiple facilities.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating a meeting with representatives from HollyFrontier Corporation, with Mat Lapinski indicating he will not attend but offering to provide additional information if needed.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The Environmental Council of the States (ECOS) hosted a national webinar discussing the "Cooperative Federalism 2.0" initiative, which aims to redefine state and federal roles in environmental protection to enhance public health outcomes and reduce operational costs.
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ED_002061_00178041
Kenneth Wagner
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report discusses the Interior Department's potential decision to rescind the 2015 federal fracking regulations and revert to previous rules, while stakeholders, including oil and gas companies and environmental advocates, await the outcome and its implications for ongoing litigation.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Forest Service is coordinating the review of a Draft Review Plan in response to Executive Order 13783 on Promoting Energy Independence, with a proposed delivery date of April 21, 2017.
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The Utility Solid Waste Activities Group submitted a petition to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requesting reconsideration of specific provisions of the Coal Combustion Residuals Rule and an extension of compliance deadlines due to recent legislative changes and regulatory reform directives.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email from Owen McDonough to Ryan Jackson discusses the challenges and implications of the U.S. EPA's 2015 rule on water jurisdiction, highlighting how it expands federal authority over more waters and the resulting increase in permitting requirements and associated costs for builders and developers.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The document outlines key policy achievements of the Trump administration, specifically highlighting the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accords and efforts to ensure clean air and water, as reported by the EPA and other sources.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00071507
Tate Bennett
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Jonathan Wood from the Pacific Legal Foundation is reaching out to Samantha Dravis at the EPA to discuss the interim policy the Administration will adopt between repealing the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule and finalizing a new rule, advocating for a more property rights-respecting approach than the previous Rapanos Guidance.
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2017 |
HQ2017008402 |
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The email from Lee Forsgren of the EPA discusses a follow-up on the WOTUS rulemaking process and indicates that the agency will review the updated position paper provided by M.J. Bradley & Associates regarding Phase II regulations.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00099147
Lee Forsgren
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Broan Powell from Monroe Energy urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs, as current regulations unfairly burden independent refiners.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00023687
13 Tier
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The memorandum from the United States Environmental Protection Agency's Regulatory Reform Officer discusses a request from the Ad-Hoc Industry Natural Resource Management Group to review the inter-relationship between EPA policies and the Natural Resource Damage Assessment regulations of the Department of the Interior and NOAA, aiming to identify opportunities for more cost-effective management of natural resource damages at Superfund sites.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00116211
Albert Kelly
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The email from David Crane to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with the Domestic Energy Producers Alliance to address regulatory issues, including concerns about the Oil and Gas Effluent Limitation Guidelines and the EPA Methane Rule.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document contains USGS input for a briefing paper regarding the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) 1002 area, coordinated by Christian Zimmerman and involving contributions from multiple USGS staff.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement agreement with Pebble Limited Partnership, allowing the permit process to proceed while Pebble agrees to drop related lawsuits.
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ED_002061_00068255
Tate Bennett
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The email from Gregory Tutak to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs at independent refiners, highlighting the negative impact of current regulations on small refineries and their employees.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Lorine Card discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA case and includes an attachment related to EPA regulatory reform, indicating ongoing communication about environmental regulations.
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ED_002061_00119200
William Lovell
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The email from Western Plains Energy requests the EPA Administrator's support for Corn Oil One to be allowed to participate in the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) as a qualified feedstock for Biodiesel D4 RINS, citing unfair treatment compared to soy and canola processors.
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ED_002061_00069501
Tate Bennett
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The email correspondence involves E. Calvin Beisner requesting a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt, but Sydney Hupp informs him that the Administrator is unavailable during the proposed dates.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received a meeting request from Jeff Shellebarger of Chevron to discuss regulatory reform for the oil and gas industry with Administrator E. Scott Pruitt on July 26, 2017.
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The email discusses the need for the EPA to recalibrate its relationship with state environmental agencies, advocating for reduced federal oversight and redundancy in fully delegated programs to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
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The email correspondence involves Christian Palich from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency declining an invitation to give a plenary talk at PCC-2017, with Badie Morsi and Tarunjit Butalia discussing next steps.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00151552
Christian Palich
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a public hearing on November 28-29, 2017, in Charleston, WV, regarding the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan, inviting stakeholders to register and provide comments.
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ED_002061_00075432
Tate Bennett
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4 |
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Leslie Phipps from HollyFrontier urges Brittany Bolen to advocate for a change in the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect jobs in the refining industry by shifting the point of obligation to prevent independent refiners from facing financial hardship.
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Brittany Bolen
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The email exchange between Neil Hawkins of Dow Chemical and Kenneth Wagner of the EPA discusses a meeting focused on sustainability innovations and regulatory reform, highlighting Dow's commitment to responsible materials science solutions.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00173001
Bill Wehrum
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Trump administration's plans for a scaled-back replacement of the Clean Power Plan, a request from scientific leaders for a meeting regarding climate change science reviews, and ongoing legislative actions related to environmental policy and EPA office preservation.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Pat Quinn discusses the acceptance of FDA-approved direct food additives as fragrance materials under Executive Order 13777, highlighting its importance for companies like Procter & Gamble and potential resource savings for the government.
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ED_002061_00050796
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The EPA provides updates on air quality regulations related to PM2.5 precursors, detailing implementation rules and state requirements following a court decision affecting the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter.
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ED_002061_00089292
Patrick Davis
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The Forest Service is discussing the OMB Guidance on Executive Order 13783, which mandates a review of regulations that may hinder domestic energy production.
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The email discusses a response from Colonel Calkins regarding the interpretation of the Rapanos guidance and the changing status of the Lemonweir River as a traditional navigable waterway, highlighting concerns about the validity of data used in the agency's decisions, and suggests potential legal action by the Pacific Legal Foundation.
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ED_002061_00034568
Layne Bangerter
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on December 1, 2017, that it will not issue final regulations for financial responsibility requirements for hardrock mining facilities, concluding that existing state and federal regulations adequately address associated risks.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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