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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt faced intense questioning about President Trump's climate change views and the decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement during media appearances, emphasizing economic concerns over climate science. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
The email correspondence involves Sydney Hupp from the EPA coordinating a call between Millan Hupp and Jessica Larsen from the Heritage Foundation to discuss security and advance staff for an upcoming event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from the EPA discusses a POLITICO newsletter highlighting the significant fundraising efforts of well-funded House Democrats, which pose a threat to Republican incumbents in the upcoming 2018 midterm elections. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email discusses a peer-reviewed study by Harvard researchers revealing that Exxon Mobil misled the public about climate change over 40 years, highlighting discrepancies between their scientific communications and public advertisements, and mentions imminent decisions regarding national monuments by the Interior Secretary. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 22
The document is an internal calendar invitation from the EPA detailing scheduled meetings and events for Administrator Scott Pruitt, including a Senior Staff Huddle and multiple Meet and Greet sessions, with instructions not to forward the invitation. 2017 316
The email exchange between Ed Thomas of The Fertilizer Institute and Layne Bangerter from the EPA discusses concerns about mischaracterizations made by EPA staff during an agricultural stakeholder meeting and emphasizes the need for critical questioning by the transition team when presenting findings to new leadership. 2017
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Layne Bangerter
2
The EPA, under Administrator Pruitt, is actively coordinating emergency response efforts in Texas following Hurricane Harvey, including deploying personnel and resources to assist with water sampling and restoration of drinking water and wastewater services. 2017
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13 Tier
1
The EPA is announcing a series of January webinars focused on legal topics relevant to employers, including non-compete agreements and workplace investigations, aimed at helping organizations navigate legal risks. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The Department of the Interior, led by Secretary Ryan Zinke, announced plans for the largest oil and gas lease sale in U.S. history, covering 76.9 million acres in the Gulf of Mexico, scheduled for March 2018. 2017 OS201700602 16
The email from the EPA discusses logistics for an upcoming event involving Administrator Pruitt, including personnel attendance, transportation arrangements, and security details for the advance team on April 11, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from Brittany Bolen of Peabody Energy discusses scheduling a meeting to address a permit issue in Indiana involving the Army Corps of Engineers, with a request for assistance from Carolyn Inge. 2017
ED_002061_00084465
Brittany Bolen
1
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Tom Medaglia discusses staffing needs and the provision of qualified candidates for future positions within the agency. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document is a calendar overview for Brittany Bolen of the EPA, detailing her schedule and meetings from March 27 to March 31, 2017, including preparations for a Small Business Advocacy Review Panel meeting and an Energy Independence Executive Order signing ceremony. 2017 2090
The email from the EPA discusses California and New Mexico's lawsuit against the Bureau of Land Management regarding the postponement of methane emission regulations, the potential nomination of climate skeptic Kathleen Hartnett White to lead the White House Council on Environmental Quality, and the Department of Energy's request for information on revising energy efficiency standards for air compressors. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA employee Mandy Gunasekara is inquiring about David Fotouhi for a different matter based on a recommendation from Robert L. Smith. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence between Emily Lundahl and Sydney Hupp discusses the details and logistics regarding the Burton Awards event, including attire, time, and location, for the EPA Administrator. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
Occidental Petroleum Corporation requested a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to discuss emerging environmental policy related to domestic manufacturing and energy production on October 4, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and James Rizzo of the National Association of Home Builders discusses a congratulatory message regarding Dravis's new position at the EPA and mentions a potential meeting, while noting Dravis's inability to accept lunch invitations due to federal employee regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Scott Cameron at the Department of the Interior discusses the agency's commitment to veterans and suggests a meeting with Mary Ellen Sprenkel from the Corps Network, which helps veterans gain job skills through conservation work. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the Mississippi Governor's Office coordinating logistics for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit to Mississippi on October 12, 2017, with key personnel included for assistance. 2017 8
The Florida Division of Emergency Management, under Governor Rick Scott's direction, activated the State Emergency Operations Center to Level 2 to enhance support for Puerto Rican families displaced by Hurricane Maria, including the opening of Disaster Relief Centers and coordination with various agencies. 2017
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Michael Abboud
7
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the influx of requests from various industries to reconsider and rescind Obama-era environmental regulations, highlighting the challenges faced by the agency under Administrator Scott Pruitt amidst a lack of political appointees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The document is an invitation from the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) for a policy breakfast discussing the Trump administration's job policies and their impact on the U.S. workforce, scheduled for November 8, 2017, featuring a panel of experts from various organizations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Millan Hupp of the U.S. government discusses preparations for a potentially hostile meeting between a government administrator and the Victorian Government in Australia, highlighting concerns about political tensions and the impact of climate change policies. 2017
ED_002061_00107442
2 Tier
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The USDA Reform Task Force is developing a Reform Plan in response to an OMB memorandum aimed at reforming the federal government and reducing the civilian workforce, with proposals due for submission in September 2017. 2017 FSWO201706591 4
The email from Mark Ranalli of Allegiance Energy Systems discusses the draft meeting minutes from a call with EPA officials, including Mandy Gunasekara and Sarah Dunham, regarding the review of the External Meeting Request Form submitted by EPSI-VOCGEN. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 33
The email from Amy Chiang to EPA officials outlines support from various associations and companies for the EPA's decision to appeal en banc regarding the SNAP rule, including letters from Honeywell, Chemours, and Senator Kennedy, and mentions requests for meetings from multiple companies to discuss their concerns. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The EPA is promoting a training workshop on the use of blockchain technology in government, scheduled for November 29, 2017, featuring speakers from NIST and the GSA to educate executives, managers, and staff on its potential applications. 2017 HQ2017008402 7
The email from Politico reporters to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the identification of an eighth participant in the Trump Tower meeting related to the investigation of the Trump campaign's interactions with Russia, while also highlighting the Senate GOP's health care repeal efforts facing significant challenges. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) submitted a completed spreadsheet in response to Section 2 of Executive Order 13783 regarding the regulation of hydraulic fracturing on federal and Indian lands. 2017 OS201700602 5
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing the implications of rescinding a Permanent Instruction Memorandum regarding the consideration of greenhouse gas emissions in National Environmental Policy Act reviews, as directed by Executive Order 13783. 2017 BLM201800412 3
The email correspondence between EPA officials and T&M Protection Resources discusses the logistics for a site walk-through for Administrator Scott Pruitt scheduled for September 14, 2017. 2017 4
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp and Taylor Walker discusses logistical arrangements for a meeting at the EPA regarding the Pebble Mine, involving key personnel from the project and a consulting firm. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The Associated General Contractors of America submitted comments to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the evaluation of existing regulations in accordance with Executive Order 13777, emphasizing their expertise in construction and procurement regulations. 2017
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Byron Brown
32
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott's Securing Florida's Future budget allocates over $67 million to support the Florida National Guard, enhancing military readiness, armory maintenance, community programs, and educational support for Guardsmen and their families. 2017
ED_002061_00008601
Michael Abboud
2
The EPA's Samantha Dravis announced upcoming webinars in September 2017 focusing on risk management in fiduciary duties and effective questioning techniques for legal professionals. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from the EPA discusses the July 2017 CEO Report, highlighting ongoing efforts by Senate leaders to repeal Obamacare amid GOP divisions, and mentions upcoming tax reform hearings focused on benefiting small businesses and simplifying personal tax filing. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from the EPA discusses scheduling pre-meeting dates with National Geographic before the CEO's absence, highlighting urgency due to the upcoming unavailability of key personnel. 2017 1
The document lists contacts and responsibilities for the EPA Region 8 Pesticide Team, detailing personnel involved in various pesticide-related programs and initiatives. 2017
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Patrick Davis
2
The email from POLITICO Pro Energy discusses the reaction of climate change skeptics, particularly the Heartland Institute, to a peer-reviewed study suggesting the planet can tolerate more greenhouse gas emissions, while also highlighting the authors' concerns about misinterpretations of their findings, in the context of the EPA's ongoing climate discussions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 30
The EPA has sent a guidance document for industry-led chemical risk evaluations for White House review, marking a step in implementing the revised Toxic Substances Control Act under the Trump administration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA's EHS Federal Regulatory Alert from August 30, 2017, discusses the extension of comment periods for proposed corporate average fuel economy standards by the NHTSA and for revisions to test procedures for small electric motors by the Energy Department. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The American Petroleum Institute expresses support for the Department of the Interior's plan to promote oil and natural gas exploration on federal lands, emphasizing the industry's role in enhancing energy security and economic growth in a letter to Secretary Ryan Zinke. 2017 BLM201700947 4
The email exchange involves a request from journalist Alexander Nazaryan to interview EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, with EPA spokesman Jahan Wilcox providing on-the-record statements regarding Pruitt's interactions with staff and the agency's relationship with career employees. 2017
ED_002061_00008225
13 Tier
3
The email from Mimi Braniff at the EPA informs colleagues about the official waiver request submitted by the Governor of Pennsylvania to the EPA, seeking relief from renewable fuel volume mandates due to economic harm to refiners. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from the EPA discusses the logistics for an upcoming event involving Administrator Pruitt, including a schedule for a mine tour and press availability, while coordinating with various stakeholders from the EPA and Consol Energy. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence between Aimee Devaris of the U.S. Geological Survey and James Kendall of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management discusses the development of assessment plans directed by Vincent DeVito for the Department of the Interior, emphasizing the need for collaboration among agencies. 2017 17
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing amendments to the national minimum criteria for the disposal of coal combustion residuals from electric utilities, addressing provisions remanded by the court and establishing alternative performance standards for states with approved permit programs. 2017
ED_002061_00088175
2 Tier
125
The email from Liz Bowman of the EPA addresses claims made by former employee Schnare regarding his brief tenure at the agency, asserting that his allegations are false and motivated by disappointment over not being appointed to a leadership role in climate science evaluation. 2017
ED_002061_00012644
13 Tier
1
The document contains emails regarding scheduling updates for the Environmental Law & Policy Conference and a meeting with John Anderson, involving personnel from the EPA and the Department of the Interior. 2017 2
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is coordinating the revision and expedited submission of comments and a disposition paper related to the Department's regulatory reform notice, incorporating edits requested by various team members. 2017 40
The email correspondence involves Halliburton representatives and EPA officials discussing the rescheduling of a meeting originally planned for September 27, 2017, due to a scheduling conflict. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott ended the state of emergency for law enforcement coordination in Alachua County following successful management of rallies, as requested by Sheriff Sadie Darnell. 2017
ED_002061_00009275
Michael Abboud
2
The email correspondence between Jason Sloan of the Association of Air Pollution Control Agencies and Hayley Ford of the EPA discusses the invitation for EPA Administrator Pruitt to present at the AAPCA's Spring Meeting in April 2018. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management outlines its proposed top 10 priority accomplishments for 2017-2021, including rescinding hydraulic fracturing regulations and revising waste prevention rules, aimed at streamlining processes and updating key regulations in alignment with Administration priorities. 2017 11
John Roberts from A&M Engineering is seeking assistance from Ryan Jackson at the EPA to change an unsatisfactory CPAR rating for contract EPS71311, which could hinder their ability to compete for future federal contracts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
Scott Cameron from the Department of the Interior confirms a coffee meeting with Tina Sung on April 4, 2017, to discuss his current role and potential job placement. 2017 2
The email discusses an ongoing criminal investigation related to the Gold King Mine by the EPA, highlighting a FOIA request response that indicates no administrative actions were taken against an employee despite a referral to the DOJ for violations. 2017
ED_002061_00012739
13 Tier
2
The email discusses the Trump administration's ongoing mistrust and verbal aggression towards federal employees, highlighting Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's controversial comments about disloyalty among his workforce, which have drawn criticism from lawmakers and raised concerns about the treatment of civil servants. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email discusses internal political turmoil within the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) amid increasing threats to federal workers from the Trump administration and Congress, highlighting the dismissal of union officials and proposed cuts to federal employee benefits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email discusses internal political turmoil within the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) amid increasing threats to federal workers from the Trump administration and Congress, highlighting the dismissal of union officials and proposed cuts to federal employee benefits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration has imposed an immediate moratorium on admissions for the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills, LLC, due to regulatory oversight concerns. 2017
ED_002061_00011235
Michael Abboud
8
The Alaska Regional Director staff meeting on June 22, 2017, discussed SES reassignments within the USGS, updates on grant approvals, and modifications to funding agreements, with key actions including the reassignment of Barbara Wainman and Virginia Burkett to new roles. 2017 6
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various challenges and developments within the agency, including a breakdown in a negotiated rulemaking panel for chemical reporting, skepticism from judges regarding the EPA's ozone standard implementation, a reconsideration of the coal ash rule, and difficulties in appointing new science advisors under Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency, specifically Patrick Davis coordinating a meeting with Spencer Pederson regarding waste management issues related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Patrick Davis
2
The email correspondence between Noel Jancewicz from DocuSign and Ryan Jackson from the EPA discusses the potential expansion of DocuSign services within the EPA, highlighting the benefits of improved contract processing times and cost savings, while also inquiring about Jackson's availability for a call and attendance at an upcoming government event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the urgency of publishing the final rule for the Best Available Retrofit Technology reassessment for the Cholla Power Plant to prevent its shutdown due to a regulatory freeze. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email discusses the impact of President Trump's response to the Charlottesville incident on American CEOs, highlighting Merck CEO Kenneth Frazier's resignation from the American Manufacturing Council and the broader implications for corporate leaders engaging with the Trump administration, as reported in POLITICO Playbook. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from Stratton Edwards to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a productive meeting regarding the Gold King incident and offers insights on the Superfund designation debate in San Juan County, while also suggesting a follow-up conversation for additional background. 2017 HQ2017008402 8
The email correspondence between the EPA's Office of the Administrator and the Cement Association discusses scheduling a keynote speaking engagement for May 9th, 2017, with flexibility regarding the speaker's presence and duration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the EPA's consideration of rewriting the Clean Power Plan under Administrator Scott Pruitt, balancing the interests of power companies and conservative activists while acknowledging the likelihood of a weaker replacement rule that may not significantly reduce carbon emissions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Danielle Quist to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses her previous lobbying activities as listed in the American Farm Bureau Federation's LD2 reports for 2015 and 2016, and mentions that she will provide the 2017 reports soon. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement on September 12, 2017, thanking WellCare for its $1 million donation to the Florida Disaster Fund to assist victims of Hurricane Irma. 2017
ED_002061_00011520
Michael Abboud
2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the excitement of the Administrator regarding a Climate Science Red-Blue Exercise and outlines plans to proceed with the project, including staffing and administrative arrangements. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The document discusses PJM Interconnection LLC's proposals to modify Locational Marginal Prices in its wholesale energy market to enhance compensation for generators providing essential grid services, as reported in the Washington Energy Report by Troutman Sanders LLP. 2017
ED_002061_00183510
Bill Wehrum
3
Governor Rick Scott recognized Florida National Guard Lieutenant Colonel Julio Acosta and seven state law enforcement officers for their heroic efforts during Hurricane Irma at a Florida Cabinet meeting on October 17, 2017. 2017
ED_002061_00010081
Michael Abboud
2
The EPA is actively coordinating with FEMA and other agencies in response to Hurricane Harvey, focusing on pollution assessment and safety measures, while deploying personnel and resources to affected areas in Texas. 2017
ED_002061_00026803
13 Tier
2
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality submitted comments to the EPA expressing concerns that the proposed rule on financial requirements for hardrock mining facilities under CERCLA Section 108(b) is unnecessary and duplicative of existing state regulations. 2017
ED_002061_00172729
Kenneth Wagner
7
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses insights and strategies for effective execution in corporate planning, emphasizing the need for cultural evolution to improve strategy implementation. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email from the EPA confirms the approval of a trip request from Washington to Chicago for Ryan Jackson on November 7, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email correspondence involves the EPA's scheduling of a meeting with Maxim Pasik regarding logistics and security arrangements for his visit. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Jessica Larsen from the Heritage Foundation discusses the registration of Ken, a staffer for the Administrator, for an upcoming meeting, confirming that he should register for complimentary attendance. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email discusses the departure of Special Counsel Carolyn Lerner from the Office of Special Counsel (OSC) and the nomination of Henry Kerner by President Trump to replace her, highlighting the OSC's role in protecting whistleblowers, particularly in a case involving the treatment of soldiers' remains at the Dover Air Force Base mortuary. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Department of the Interior's communications team provided a daily report addressing press inquiries regarding Secretary Zinke's involvement with Whitefish Energy, clarifying that neither he nor his office took any action on behalf of the company. 2017 OS201700602 6
The EPA is promoting a training workshop on July 12, 2017, focused on implementing the President's Cybersecurity Executive Order and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, aimed at government executives and staff involved in agency cybersecurity management. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence between Scott Cameron of the Department of the Interior and Jess Peterson discusses the application of Leslie Robinson for the Senior Northwest Advisor position and requests her resume for further consideration. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA promotes a training workshop on addressing performance and conduct issues in the federal workplace, scheduled for September 27, 2017, and highlights guest speakers from various federal agencies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence involves Troy Lyons from the EPA coordinating a conference call with Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker, facilitated by Kyle Roskam, the Director of Federal Relations for the Governor's office. 2017
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Troy Lyons
5
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is coordinating the finalization and distribution of documents related to their response to SO 3349, as indicated in a series of forwarded emails among staff members. 2017 BLM201800412 29
The email correspondence involves the EPA's Sydney Hupp coordinating a meeting with Maxim Pasik to discuss WaterGen, with logistics assistance from Cheryl Woodward. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence involves Gene Seidlitz from the Bureau of Land Management discussing a request from the Division of Mineral Resources regarding a specific inquiry. 2017 OS201700602 6
The email from Frank Maisano discusses the upcoming UN Climate Week events, the Administration's stance on the Paris Agreement, and a meeting hosted by Gary Cohn on energy and climate change, while also mentioning recent political and personal updates. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The document involves scheduling logistics for a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, coordinated by Sydney Hupp, with Chris Tytanic confirming attendance and discussing potential dates. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Joe Edgell of the EPA discusses the final settlement agreement for the Alicea-Vireila case, including minor corrections and arrangements for the employee's return date, highlighting collaboration between the agency and the union. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the uncertainty and lack of planning among House and Senate Republicans and the Trump administration regarding the impending debt ceiling increase, highlighting concerns from GOP aides about the absence of a clear strategy. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The email discusses U.S. Customs and Border Protection's plans to upgrade automated license plate readers to enhance traffic monitoring and reduce cross-border crime. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
Consumer Watchdog criticizes the California Public Utilities Commission for allowing AES Corporation to build new fossil fuel power plants despite an electricity surplus, while calling for transparency regarding the company's influence on state officials, including Governor Brown's recent trip to Beijing. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Cynthia Reid from the Oklahoma City Chamber discusses the scheduling and logistics for a visit to Washington, D.C. by Ryan Jackson, including a speaking engagement for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt at the National Press Club. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Edward Calabrese to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a newly published paper challenging the historical foundations and scientific validity of the linear non-threshold (LNT) model used in cancer risk assessment, urging its dissemination among key personnel. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the importance of staying informed about federal government news, particularly regarding Medicare questions for federal employees and proposed cuts to retirement benefits in the Trump administration's fiscal 2018 budget. 2017 HQ2017008402 2