Permitting and Regulatory Policy

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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 efforts to alleviate unnecessary burdens while clarifying that they do not seek to weaken environmental protections. 2017 HQ2017008402 10
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the finalization and planned release of a statement regarding ozone regulations, with coordination among various stakeholders for its public announcement. 2017
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Tate Bennett
6
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued an update on September 20, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's ongoing response efforts to Hurricane Irma, including meetings with local officials and the activation of the State Emergency Operations Center to coordinate recovery operations. 2017
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Michael Abboud
9
The email correspondence between Brad Hakes and Samantha Dravis discusses the status of an internal progress report generated by the EPA's Regulatory Reform Task Force for Administrator Pruitt, which is not publicly available at this time. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Robin Kime discusses a scheduled meeting on April 25, 2017, between the Northwest Public Power Association and EPA officials, including Administrator Pruitt, to address concerns regarding electric utility regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) outlines a workshop for federal agencies on how to implement the President's Executive Order on government reorganization, emphasizing the urgency and necessity of compliance within a specified timeline. 2017 FSWO201706593 1
The Bureau of Land Management is discussing a briefing request for guidance on considering the social costs of climate change, as indicated in a forwarded email chain. 2017 BLM201800412 11
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses preparations for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt, focusing on the NSPS and American Burying Beetle issues, while minimizing discussion on Superfund matters. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, led by Chief Scott Pruitt, emphasizes the need for aggressive action against automakers, particularly in light of Volkswagen's diesel emissions cheating scandal, to prevent future violations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
Tim McKinney from HollyFrontier urges Brittany Bolen to advocate for a change in the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent refiners by moving the point of obligation for compliance. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
1
The email from Rich Gold of Holland & Knight to Albert Kelly of the EPA discusses unresolved issues regarding the cost estimates and data utilization for a project, indicating a significant discrepancy in cost assessments and statistical power of sediment samples. 2017
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Albert Kelly
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The email from Timothy Charters of the National Ocean Industries Association discusses filing comments on the Region 6 NPDES permit issue and seeks advice on engaging effectively with EPA leadership regarding the technical aspects of the matter. 2017
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Sarah Greenwalt
1
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, and Jeffrey Sands discusses scheduling a meeting related to Sands' preemployment waiver. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA issued a final determination regarding Tesoro Refining & Marketing Co.'s project in California, stating it is not a major PSD modification, and approved revisions to Iowa's SIP and operating permits program to enhance air quality regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating with the Federalist Society regarding logistics and discussion topics for an upcoming convention, with specific roles assigned to various individuals. 2017 6
Growth Energy invites EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at their 2017 Advocacy Conference on biofuels policy, specifically regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard and ethanol regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is requesting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to extend the implementation timeline for the revised Agricultural Worker Protection Standard until at least January 2, 2018, to ensure adequate resources and guidance are available for effective compliance. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA, specifically Administrator Scott Pruitt, discussing the potential of agricultural technology to benefit the environment and reduce regulatory burdens, with attached white papers for review before meetings with Congress. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The U.S. Forest Service is coordinating proposals for an agency reform and restructure plan in response to regulatory reform directives, with a deadline for submissions set for the following morning. 2017 16
The EPA announced its intent to revisit provisions of the Phase 2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Engines due to stakeholder concerns from the trailer and glider industry. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various legal and regulatory challenges facing the agency, including a lawsuit regarding Clean Water Act jurisdiction, implications of the Paris Agreement on greenhouse gas regulation, a D.C. Circuit ruling on FOIA data release, and the potential impact of cleanup decisions at the Hudson River Superfund site under Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Laura Sneeringer to Committee Members summarizes the decision made during the EPA's Chemical Data Reporting Inorganic Byproducts Negotiated Rulemaking Committee meeting on September 14, 2017, to end negotiations due to a lack of consensus, while highlighting the value of the information exchanged for future actions. 2017
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The email from Tate Bennett of the EPA requests contact information for a person in Governor Wolf's legal team to facilitate a discussion regarding a Title 5 Permit issue involving their head lawyer, Mandy Gunasekara. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Samantha Dravis of the EPA addresses concerns raised by Craig Montesano of the American Waterways Operators regarding the agency's handling of a specific issue, asserting that senior leadership is actively working on it and emphasizing that third parties will not be included in the decision-making process. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The George Washington University Environmental and Energy Management Institute, in collaboration with the Environmental Law Institute, is hosting a workshop on October 24, 2017, to discuss innovative strategies for managing natural resource risks and opportunities in light of regulatory reforms and the Trump Administration's policies. 2017
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Albert Kelly
1
The email correspondence from Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, discusses scheduling a meeting to address concerns from Alaskan stakeholders regarding NPS Bulletin 38 and seeks clarification on its implications for land nomination to the National Register. 2017 5
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reviewing omissions related to regulatory changes and habitat impacts in the Arctic Refuge and Texas in response to the Energy Burden Report, with input requested by the Department of the Interior. 2017 7
The email discusses the impending Senate vote on the Congressional Review Act resolution aimed at repealing the Obama administration's methane emissions rule for oil drilling on public lands, highlighting the uncertainty of the vote and key lawmakers' positions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 25
The email from Jim Massie to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses an upcoming meeting with Siemens executives to explore their interests in energy and environmental policies, particularly regarding the Administrator's priorities and the impact on their US business. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 20
The National Mining Association (NMA) supports the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers' proposal to repeal the 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, viewing it as a necessary correction to federal overreach in water regulation. 2017
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Tate Bennett
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced 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. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
Growth Energy invites EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at their 2017 Advocacy Conference on biofuels policy, specifically regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard and ethanol regulations. 2017
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Madeline Morris
1
The EPA is monitoring hazardous air pollution spikes in Houston due to refinery shutdowns caused by Hurricane Harvey, which have released over 2 million pounds of pollutants, while also coordinating with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to manage environmental impacts from damaged energy infrastructure. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is planning to rescind a Permanent Instruction Memorandum regarding the consideration of greenhouse gas emissions and climate change effects in NEPA reviews, in light of the withdrawal of CEQ guidance, and aims to clarify the challenges of quantifying indirect emissions. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement on October 6, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's update on Tropical Storm Nate, including the declaration of a state of emergency in 29 counties and the mobilization of National Guard members for disaster support. 2017
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Michael Abboud
4
The email from Ramsey Nix to EPA spokeswoman Liz Bowman expresses discontent with her response to media inquiries about chemical regulation, criticizing her for not being accountable to the public as a government employee. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email correspondence between Kristin Strobel of BGR Government Affairs and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses a request for a meeting to introduce the leadership of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) and seeks updates on the scheduling of this meeting. 2017 HQ2017008402 7
The Interstate Natural Gas Association of America submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding concerns over existing water quality certification regulations that may impose unnecessary regulatory burdens on the natural gas pipeline industry. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Robert Nolan of ExxonMobil discusses the coordination of fuel supply and the issuance of fuel specification waivers in response to Hurricane Harvey's impact on Texas refineries. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The EPA is proposing to approve revisions to the California and Delaware State Implementation Plans (SIPs) regarding air pollution control measures, including rules for nitrogen oxides emissions and reasonably available control technology for ozone standards, with comments due by October 12, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie to EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara and Alexander Dominguez discusses Pennsylvania Energy Solutions' request for the EPA to use its waiver authority regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document discusses the EPA's proposal to repeal the Clean Power Plan, which is praised by the American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity for being a burdensome regulation, while highlighting the legal challenges it faced and its minimal environmental impact. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Colleen Doyle to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses Hanson Aggregates' request for guidance regarding common control in relation to a landfill development agreement involving South Coast Materials Company and Sycamore Landfill in California. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 41
The testimony by Gary W. Black, Commissioner of Agriculture for Georgia, presented to the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, discusses the role of state departments in the pesticide registration process under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, emphasizing the importance of state and federal collaboration in pesticide regulation. 2017
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Tate Bennett
7
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved emergency fuel waivers for 38 states and Washington, D.C. due to fuel supply disruptions caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, allowing for relaxed gasoline requirements through mid-September. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The USDA Forest Service is organizing a kick-off call to discuss their response to Executive Order 032817 on promoting energy independence and economic growth. 2017 FS2017FSWO04297 1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses various environmental policy issues, including the scaling back of TSCA framework rules, legal challenges to delays in the RMP rule, debates over combined NAAQS for pollutants, skepticism about NSR reform, and GOP states urging the application of a narrow standard in a new CWA rule. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing next steps regarding greenhouse gas (GHG) implementation measures in a series of emails among agency officials. 2017 BLM201800412 11
The email from Michelle Caudle to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners and the potential loss of 75,000 to 150,000 jobs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Brad Wignail to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect jobs in the refining industry by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending credits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) elected Connecticut Commissioner of Agriculture Steven K. Reviczky as its 2017-18 President during its annual meeting, alongside a new Board of Directors and committee leadership, with plans to advocate for agricultural interests and implement the Food Safety Modernization Act. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email correspondence between Mark Lawyer from the Department of the Interior and Jill Moran from the Bureau of Land Management discusses the status of energy-related regulatory reform reports, specifically actions related to rescinding the hydraulic fracturing rule and reviewing venting and flaring regulations as mandated by Executive Order 13783 and Secretarial Order 3349. 2017 OS201700602 7
The email correspondence between Susan Asmus of the National Association of Home Builders and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses the scheduling and final approval for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt on June 15, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Erin Graefe of the EPA discusses the scheduling of a speaking engagement for Administrator Pruitt at the IPC in early May, including the provision of a speaker request form. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The email correspondence between Kyle Roskam of the Wisconsin Governor's office and Tate Bennett of the EPA discusses scheduling a call with Governor Scott Walker, indicating that the call is to take place following the Governor's recovery from surgery. 2017
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Tate Bennett
4
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 Natural Gas Vehicle America (NGVA) aimed at improving the natural gas vehicle industry in the U.S. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) received comments from Southern Illinois Power regarding the evaluation of existing regulations that may hinder job creation, are outdated, impose excessive costs, or lack transparency. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) received a letter from the TSCA New Chemicals Coalition advocating for a robust consultation process with OSHA regarding occupational exposure issues before implementing restrictions on new chemicals under the Toxic Substances Control Act. 2017
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The email correspondence between Greg Schildwachter and Kenneth Wagner of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to address endangered species issues relevant to the agency's agenda. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email correspondence between Hayley Ford of the EPA and Sarah Burgess from the Texas Attorney General's office confirms a meeting scheduled for October 2, 2017, at EPA Headquarters with Administrator Pruitt and Texas Attorney General Paxton. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Forest Service's Wilderness and Wild & Scenic Rivers directorate discussed their potential exclusion from the review team for Executive Order 032818 on promoting energy independence, citing legal mandates that may exempt them from participation while offering to remain available for consultation. 2017 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The email from Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses the completion and return of a liability waiver form for participants attending the California Specialty Crops Council's Annual Outreach Tour scheduled for August 7-11, 2017. 2017
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Nancy Beck
2
The email from Brian Fakharzadeh to Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses a speaking request for Administrator Scott Pruitt to address the Western Energy Alliance Annual Meeting on August 3, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Heartland Institute's Climate Change Weekly #261 discusses President Trump's actions to roll back climate regulations and withdraw from the Paris Agreement, emphasizing his commitment to prioritize economic growth over climate policies. 2017
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Michelle Hale
6
Eramet Marietta Inc. requests the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's approval to use EPA Test Method 9 instead of ASTM D7520-16 for opacity observations at its ferroalloy production facility in Marietta, Ohio, to comply with the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants. 2017 HQ2017008402 10
The email from Stratton Edwards to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests a meeting to discuss the proposed 2018 volume requirements for cellulosic biofuel under the Renewable Fuel Standard, on behalf of Ameresco and the Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email from John Thurman to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect jobs in the refining industry by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending credits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email discusses the final version of a letter sent by the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership to Secretary Zinke regarding mitigation and energy burdens in response to Executive Order 13873 and Secretarial Order 3349, with multiple partner organizations signing the letter. 2017 OS201700602 2
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Paul Walker of ConservAmerica discusses scheduling a PUC Coordination Meeting to address the economic impact of proposed regulatory changes and the involvement of state commissions in the rule-making process. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from David Crane to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests assistance in scheduling a meeting with the Domestic Energy Producers Alliance to discuss regulatory issues, specifically focusing on the Oil and Gas Effluent Limitation Guidelines, the EPA Methane Rule, and the implications of the Executive Order on the Social Cost of Carbon. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The Forest Service is discussing comments and updates related to an executive order concerning solid leasable minerals and geothermal resources, with a focus on ensuring consistency in the information provided. 2017 FS2017FSWO04297 2
The document announces President Trump's nomination of Andrew Wheeler as the Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and highlights his extensive background in environmental policy and support from key political figures. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, has decided to reconsider provisions of the Coal Combustion Residuals Rule in response to petitions from the Utility Solid Waste Activities Group and AES Puerto Rico LLP, while also planning to address related legal challenges before a court deadline. 2017
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Byron Brown
2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator, E. Scott Pruitt, expresses gratitude to Australian Minister for the Environment and Energy, Josh Frydenberg, for his visit and accepts an invitation to visit Australia to discuss coal sector regulation and cooperative federalism. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement on October 7, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's updates on Hurricane Nate preparedness efforts, including evacuation orders for Escambia and Santa Rosa counties and a declared state of emergency in 29 counties. 2017
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Michael Abboud
5
The EPA finalized a rule on September 13, 2017, to postpone compliance dates for the effluent limitations guidelines for steam electric power plants by two years while revisiting some of the rule's requirements. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The Bureau of Land Management is discussing the need for guidance on considering the social costs of climate change and plans to schedule a briefing to determine next steps. 2017 BLM201800412 3
The email from Robert Boyd to Millan Hupp discusses a speaking request for the EPA Administrator to attend the Tulsa MLP Conference on November 14, 2017, which focuses on energy investment topics and is co-sponsored by the Department of Energy. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works held a hearing on the nominations of Kathleen Hartnett White and Andrew Wheeler, where Ranking Member Carper questioned Wheeler about the importance of shielding the EPA from political influence and ensuring proper communication protocols between the EPA and the White House. 2017
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Kaitlyn Shimmin
20
The email from Robin Kime discusses a scheduled meeting between the EPA and representatives from The Mosaic Company to discuss their experiences with permitting and regulatory reform as part of the Smart Sectors initiative. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from James Roewer of USWAG to Byron Brown of the EPA discusses USWAG's comments on Executive Order 13777 regarding regulatory reform and mentions a related Rulemaking Petition submitted earlier that day. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Ciint Nesmith to EPA officials discusses proposed questions for Administrator Pruitt to address during a moderated conversation at the Crossroads Summit, focusing on environmental regulation, state versus federal authority, and the EPA's staffing and policy changes. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The memorandum from James T. Prices to Andy Lester discusses inviting EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to be the keynote speaker at the American Bar Association's workshop on environmental compliance and enforcement scheduled for May 18, 2017, in Washington, D.C. 2017 HQ2017008402 23
The EPA's Ryan Jackson shared a Bloomberg BNA report discussing the potential consequences of Hurricane Maria on climate-fueled migration from Puerto Rico, highlighting the risks of economic decline and population exodus without significant federal relief. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
Kohler Co. expressed concerns to the EPA regarding the Clay Ceramics Manufacturing National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (Clay MACT Rule), highlighting its competitive disadvantage against foreign-owned companies, the prohibitive costs for facility expansion, and the lack of environmental benefit, while also noting a legal challenge to the rule's methodology. 2017 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA announces a cybersecurity workshop on November 15th featuring speakers from various government agencies, aimed at educating participants on implementing NIST's Cybersecurity Framework and Risk Management Framework to mitigate cyber attack risks. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting to address inaccuracies in proposed resolutions related to the National Association of Counties (NACo). 2017
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Lee Forsgren
7
The National Park Service (NPS) concluded that leasing land for the Boring Company's tunnel project under the Baltimore Washington Parkway is not viable due to limited authority, but they are open to pursuing a land exchange for an easement. 2017 10
The email correspondence between EPA officials and a policy coordinator discusses the invitation for Administrator Pruitt to attend The Burton Awards as a guest, clarifying that he is not being invited to speak. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA outlines the agency's two-step process for redefining "waters of the U.S." under the Clean Water Act, including recodifying prior regulations and developing a new definition based on Justice Scalia's principles, while continuing to implement existing regulations during this transition. 2017
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13 Tier
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The document is an EHS Federal Regulatory Alert from the EPA summarizing updates on energy efficiency standards for ceiling fans by the Department of Energy and announcing the 11th meeting of the Environmental Affairs Council related to the CAFTA-DR trade agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott signed Executive Order 17-296 to call a Special Election for House District 114 following the resignation of Representative Daisy Baez, with the Special Primary Election scheduled for February 20, 2018, and the Special Election for May 1, 2018. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The USDA Regulatory Reform Task Force is reviewing regulations related to the Forest Service, focusing on the Deliberative Process Privilege to identify potential reforms that could lead to cost savings and increased efficiency. 2017 FSWO201706593 12
The email correspondence involves E. Calvin Beisner requesting a brief meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, with Sydney Hupp from the EPA indicating she will follow up regarding scheduling. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The email from John Bowen to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges a change in the Renewable Fuel Standard's "Point of Obligation" to protect jobs for independent refiners and address inequities in the current regulatory framework. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between Thomas Gibson of the American Iron and Steel Institute and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to address key environmental issues affecting the steel industry following Administrator Pruitt's address, with plans for logistics to be coordinated by Paul Balserak. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
Alex Ifkovits 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. 2017
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13 Tier
1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Natural Resources Defense Council's warnings about ozone and pollen threats exacerbated by climate change, the Trump administration's plans to reform the new source review permit program, and highlights ongoing climate policy debates and litigation against the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA is soliciting comments on its stay of an Obama-era Clean Water Act effluent rule and is proposing new guidelines for identifying confidential chemicals under the Toxic Substances Control Act. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email discusses concerns from oil and gas industry executives about the Trump administration's aggressive regulatory rollbacks, particularly regarding methane emission standards, and the potential risks of such actions leading to disasters or unfair competition. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5