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Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, is coordinating attendance and presentation arrangements for Kathleen Benedetto at an upcoming event due to a scheduling conflict with Tim Williams. 2017 3
Aurelia Skipwith from the U.S. Department of the Interior informs Bobbie Gardner and Alan Olson of the Montana Petroleum Association that she cannot attend their upcoming event but will send Deputy Director Timothy Williams in her place. 2017 3
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, requests an agenda and dates for the Montana Petroleum annual meeting to discuss federal issues affecting the industry, particularly sage grouse. 2017 2
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, responds to Ty Couey of the NHBCUAA to arrange a meeting after August 14th to discuss potential partnership opportunities to enhance HBCU student engagement and increase African American visitation to national parks. 2017 2
The email from Scott Cameron of the Department of the Interior discusses the Navajo Nation's request for assistance in developing its energy portfolio in light of potential job losses from the closure of the Navajo Generating Station. 2017 2
The email discusses a follow-up on the Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulatory actions between the U.S. Department of the Interior and the National Endangered Species Act Reform Coalition (NESARC), highlighting a table of ESA actions from 2012 to 2017 and offering NESARC as a resource for future ESA activities. 2017 2
Scott Cameron from the Department of the Interior informs David French that he is no longer in the Water and Science bureau and suggests contacting Andrea Travnicek regarding the County of Amador's concerns about the Ione Band of Miwok Indians' status as a restored tribe under IGRA. 2017 7
Aurelia Skipwith, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the U.S. Department of the Interior, communicates with Terry Messmer regarding her presentation at the Wild Horses and Burros Summit and expresses gratitude for his assistance in providing the link to her presentation. 2017 5
Scott Cameron from the Department of the Interior is coordinating potential meeting dates with Barbara J. Goldsmith regarding discussions with company representatives related to natural resource management. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Scott Cameron of the Department of the Interior and David Wetmore discusses the Port of San Diego's interest in consulting with the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) regarding aquaculture development in federal waters. 2017 9
The email from James Cason of the Department of the Interior discusses the completion of the Solicitor's Office analysis regarding the National Indian Gaming Commission's decision on the Ponca tribe, indicating that the matter will soon return to the NIGC. 2017 2
The email exchange between Scott Cameron, a Special Assistant at the Department of the Interior, and Mark Limbaugh involves a request for contact information for Pat O'Toole and expresses gratitude for assistance. 2017 2
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is finalizing a memorandum regarding actions related to climate change deliverables as outlined in Secretarial Order 3349, titled "American Energy Independence." 2017 6
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is finalizing edits to an information memorandum regarding the management of non-Federal oil and gas rights in the National Wildlife Refuge System, in response to a Presidential Executive Order aimed at promoting energy independence. 2017 7
The email from Charisa Morris at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discusses the urgent need for input on a Mitigation/Climate Change policy compilation due by the end of the day, highlighting the necessity for collaboration across departments and seeking flexibility in the deadline. 2017 4
House Democrats are pressing Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke for transparency and details regarding a regulatory review task force established under President Trump's executive order, questioning its composition and operational procedures. 2017 4
The U.S. Department of the Interior is circulating a draft Secretarial Order regarding the Greater Sage-Grouse, including a red-line version of comments received and a clean version for further review by the Office of the Solicitor. 2017 10
The email from Joe O'Donnell to EPA officials discusses a joint industry submission expressing concerns about the import declaration provisions of the Formaldehyde Emission Standards for Composite Wood Products regulation. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The American Water Works Association submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the evaluation of existing regulations, advocating for cost-effective improvements while maintaining public health protections under the Safe Drinking Water Act. 2017 HQ2017008402 40
The EPA is coordinating a response to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's request for reconsideration of the State Implementation Plan (SIP) related to the SSM SIP Call rule, with a draft expected in 2-3 weeks. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
Byron Brown of the EPA recused himself from discussions regarding oil and gas exploration in Alaska and forwarded a meeting request to colleagues Samantha Dravis and Sarah Greenwalt concerning a briefing by Armstrong Oil and Gas on a recent discovery and its development plans. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses comments on the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) regulations, suggesting that the point of obligation should be moved to fuel blenders to enhance compliance and market response for renewable fuel blending. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Dennis Hedke to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses additional comments regarding staff building within the Office of Policy, with an attached memo for consideration. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence involves the EPA's scheduling of a meeting regarding the Dairy Industry, with Denise Bode coordinating with Sydney Hupp and Samantha Dravis to ensure proper staffing and briefing for the meeting. 2017 HQ2017008402 9
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a request from John Hall regarding flawed regulatory practices in the Office of Water and the need for reform, highlighting concerns over illegal rulemaking and regulatory overreach. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Howard Feldman of the American Petroleum Institute (API) to Sarah Dunham at the EPA requests the withdrawal and revisitation of the Control Techniques Guidelines for the Oil and Natural Gas Industry, which were released on October 27, 2016. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Guy Beeman of Marathon Petroleum Corporation to EPA officials discusses the urgency of a decision regarding Tennessee's request to relax the low RVP requirement for Middle Tennessee, as it impacts supply decisions ahead of the summer driving season. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Jennifer Carpenter of the American Waterways Operators to EPA officials Sarah Greenwalt and Samantha Dravis discusses concerns about the imminent establishment of a No Discharge Zone in Puget Sound and emphasizes the urgency of rescinding the EPA's previous determination regarding pumpout facilities. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board submitted comments to the U.S. EPA regarding the evaluation of existing regulations on pesticides, emphasizing the need for proper management of pesticide discharges to protect water quality and the potential for significant enforcement actions against non-compliant wastewater treatment plants and stormwater agencies. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
James McClintock urges the EPA to change the "Point of Obligation" in the Renewable Fuel Standard to protect jobs for independent refiners, who are adversely affected by current regulations that favor larger oil companies and convenience stores. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Christopher Maguire to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges a change in the Renewable Fuel Standard's "Point of Obligation" to protect jobs for independent refiners who are adversely affected by current regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Brendan Williams to EPA staff discusses follow-up information regarding Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issues, highlighting a projected shortfall in domestic biofuel production relative to the 2017 Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) and the potential reliance on banked Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) for compliance. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The Vinyl Institute is requesting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to prioritize the reconsideration of the PVC MACT rule due to its acknowledged flaws and the financial burden it imposes on the PVC industry. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis and Anna Burhop at the EPA discusses updates on regulatory topics such as ozone, "once in always in" policies, and waste rules currently in litigation. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The National Association of Flood and Stormwater Management Agencies (NAFSMA) submitted comments to the EPA regarding the evaluation of existing regulations as part of the agency's effort to reduce regulatory burdens under Executive Order 13777, emphasizing their long-standing collaboration on stormwater management and flood protection initiatives. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Paul Schlegel to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a joint submission by numerous agricultural organizations to the EPA regarding regulatory reform, coordinated by the American Farm Bureau, and expresses a desire to meet to discuss the importance of these issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Joe O'Donnell of the International Wood Products Association to EPA officials discusses joint industry comments regarding concerns about the import declaration provisions of the Formaldehyde Emission Standards for Composite Wood Products regulation. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Theresa Pugh to various EPA officials discusses the submission of comments on regulatory reform on behalf of the Florida Municipal Electric Association in relation to Executive Order 13777. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Rob Underwood of the Petroleum Marketers Association of America to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses comments on the regulatory amendments to the federal Underground Storage Tank regulations and requests a compliance extension for small business petroleum marketers to ease their regulatory burden. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The document contains comments submitted by Theresa Pugh Consulting to the EPA regarding the evaluation of existing regulations in accordance with Executive Order 13777, highlighting key regulations that require modifications and offering process recommendations based on her extensive regulatory experience. 2017 HQ2017008402 14
The email from Megan Berge of Baker Botts to EPA officials discusses a voicemail from EPA Region 9 regarding the Federal Implementation Plan for the Four Corners Coal-Fired Power Plant, seeking clarification on the agency's intentions to publish or take further action on the plan. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses a follow-up on a peer review request related to aircraft proposals by OTAQ, acknowledging a constructive meeting with Boeing and GE representatives to advance aviation manufacturing in the U.S. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between Heather Bodenhamer from Cloudera and Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses unsolicited inquiries about data analytics, with Dravis requesting to stop the solicitations and indicating she is not the appropriate contact for such matters. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from John Bachmann to Samantha Dravis and others discusses the acceptance of Dravis's article for publication in the September 2017 issue of EM Magazine by the EPA, outlining the need for potential revisions based on reviewer feedback and a submission deadline of July 31, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Anita Hyman to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the resending of an invitation letter for Ivanka Trump, which was missing an attachment, and confirms that it will be forwarded to the appropriate individuals at the White House. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange involves the EPA's Samantha Dravis coordinating with Brad Viator from EEI regarding a speaking engagement where Dravis will present her vision to the industry, with a proposed format of 10 minutes of remarks followed by a discussion. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Charlie Ing of Toyota Motor North America to EPA's Madeline Morris discusses a potential visit by Administrator Pruitt to Toyota's new headquarters in Plano, Texas, highlighting the facility's environmental practices and economic impact. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reviewing the Energy Burden Report and discussing potential omissions related to regulatory changes and habitat impacts in the Arctic Refuge and Texas, with input from various officials within the Department of the Interior. 2017 8
The email from Martin Kodis to Matthew Huggler discusses the completion and submission of various briefing papers related to wildlife trafficking and other environmental topics for an upcoming Secretary's meeting at the Department of the Interior, highlighting challenges faced in the preparation process and the plan for after-the-fact approval. 2017 22
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is coordinating an action plan regarding SO 3349, which revokes a previous mitigation directive, and is preparing a draft response for a briefing with the Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks. 2017 5
The email from Seth Mott at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discusses the need for input on climate change criteria in project selection in response to a data call from the Department of the Interior, with a briefing scheduled for the following Monday. 2017 3
The email discusses Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's initiation of a review to potentially rescind various climate change measures and policies within the Department of the Interior, following President Trump's executive order aimed at rolling back Obama-era climate policies. 2017 4
The document is a draft of speaking points prepared by Greg Sheehan, Principal Deputy Director of the US Fish and Wildlife Service, for Senator Murkowski. 2017 4
The email from Noah Matson to Charisa Morris discusses the submission of a document related to the Migratory Bird Program in response to S.O. 3349 and a memo from Jim Cason, dated July 13, 2017. 2017 3
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is withdrawing the Endangered Species Act Compensatory Mitigation Policy due to a lack of authority to mandate "net conservation gain" under the ESA. 2017 33
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is updating its transition planning efforts regarding several Secretarial Orders, including the implementation of SO 3346, the response to SO 3347 on Conservation Stewardship and Outdoor Recreation, and the recent signing of SO 3349 on American energy independence, which requires immediate action on specific assignments. 2017 7
The email from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discusses the submission of a report regarding SO 3349, which addresses potentially burdensome actions, and expresses hope for the report's prompt advancement. 2017 10
The United States Environmental Protection Agency outlines responses to the Department of Commerce regarding permit streamlining and reducing regulatory burdens for domestic manufacturing, detailing relevant statutes and opportunities for simplifying regulatory programs. 2017 HQ2017008402 131
The email from the EPA discusses the guidelines for compensatory time (comp time) for appointees, emphasizing the need for pre-approval and the cap of 80 hours annually, while also addressing the auditing process related to this policy. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email correspondence between Rob Lehman of WilmerHale and Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses a request for a call to share information regarding Fitzgerald Trucking ahead of a meeting with the EPA Administrator. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The document consists of email correspondence between John Crudeni and Ryan Jackson regarding a personnel question related to the EPA, with plans for a phone call to discuss the matter further. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Paul Balserak to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the follow-up on a meeting regarding the 2008 Sector Performance Report, which evaluates the environmental performance of various manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors in the U.S. 2017 HQ2017008402 140
The email exchange between Derrick Hollie of Reaching America and Samantha Dravis discusses their alignment on energy policy under Secretary Pruitt, highlighting Reaching America's efforts to address energy poverty in the African American community through outreach and education initiatives. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The emails involve coordination between Valero and the EPA regarding a meeting with Valero's CEO and Administrator Pruitt, discussing scheduling and availability. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email correspondence between Quin Shea of the Edison Electric Institute and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses preparations for the EEI External Affairs Conference, including topics for discussion and the schedule for the event. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and John Bachmann discusses the acceptance of an article for publication in EM Magazine, with Dravis indicating her intention to withdraw the paper from publication. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating a brief meeting between Samantha Dravis and Peter Sherk, CEO of Mercuria Energy Group, to discuss the company's investments and interests in the U.S. energy sector. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email discusses an invitation to a private roundtable hosted by the Center for a New American Security on September 14, 2017, focusing on the future of U.S. climate leadership, featuring remarks from key officials including George David Banks from the National Security Council. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves Amanda France from the Competitive Enterprise Institute requesting a meeting between CEI president Kent Lassman and Samantha Dravis from the EPA to discuss potential collaboration or topics of interest. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) received comments from the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS) regarding the proposed denial of petitions to change the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) point of obligation, aiming to correct mischaracterizations of OPIS's involvement in the evaluation process. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Barbara J. Goldsmith to the EPA discusses the submission of comments from the Ad-Hoc Industry Natural Resource Damage Group regarding the EPA's Regulatory Reform activities in line with Executive Order 13777. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Jennifer Kaufmann to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses concerns from an industry client regarding the implementation of a formaldehyde regulation and seeks guidance on addressing these issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The Edison Electric Institute submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the evaluation of existing regulations in line with Executive Orders aimed at regulatory reform and cost control. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email from Hilary Moffett to Samantha Dravis discusses security concerns related to the EPA's Risk Management Plan (RMP) rule and highlights the need for caution in sharing sensitive information during the inter-agency review process, referencing the Obama Department of Homeland Security's stance on public disclosure. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses concerns regarding inappropriate comments made by Benita about Administrator Pruitt's stance on a regulatory issue, emphasizing the need for careful deliberation on the matter. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence among EPA officials discusses the development and consolidation of documents related to the State Implementation Plan (SIP) call rule, highlighting the need for a comprehensive repository of obligations under consent decrees. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Chrissy Lech 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. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence involves Samantha Dravis from the EPA discussing a forwarded message related to a resume from Will Lovell, a legislative correspondent for Senator John Cornyn, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson to Aaron Dickerson at the EPA discusses a petition for reconsideration submitted by Western Farmers Electric Cooperative regarding the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule Update for the 2008 Ozone NAAQS, emphasizing the need for timely action due to the upcoming ozone season. 2017 HQ2017008402 485
The email correspondence involves Susan Neal from the Gilcrease Museum discussing the possibility of loaning reproductions of artwork to U.S. EPA Director Scott Pruitt, with Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the EPA, inquiring about costs and logistics. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The emails involve Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, coordinating meetings with Administrator Pruitt and discussing the involvement of new personnel in a Red/Blue Exercise related to environmental policy. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The emails from Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, discuss the agency's decision not to respond to a New Republic article regarding EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and comment on the prioritization of Superfund site cleanups. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email exchange between U.S. EPA officials Henry Darwin and Liz Bowman discusses coordinating communication strategies regarding a pending legal case (Sierra Club v. EPA) and emphasizes the need for a strong public message. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the EPA, discusses the need to obtain testimony from Dr. Deborah Swackhamer, who is testifying before Congress at a House Science hearing, indicating a lack of prior awareness about her representation of the EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The Department of the Interior is coordinating with the Tulsa Chamber of Commerce regarding the Secretary's participation in an event on June 9, 2017, with discussions on logistics and details for the Secretary's remarks. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Doug Ericksen, a Special Advisor at the U.S. EPA, discusses arranging a meeting for Cathy Reheis-Boyd, President of the Western States Petroleum Association, with Administrator Pruitt or another official to discuss advocacy efforts aligned with the agency's agenda. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Charlie Black of Prime Policy Group requests assistance from Ryan Jackson at the EPA to expedite action on a serious water quality issue affecting New Hanover County, North Carolina. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the EPA, coordinating a meeting request from Darrin Munoz, representing the Pebble Mine in Alaska, for its CEO to meet with the EPA Administrator or Jackson during a visit to Washington, D.C. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the importance of accurate representation in congressional testimony by Deborah Swackhamer regarding the role of states in rulemaking and the evaluation of members serving on the Board of Scientific Counselors. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, and Leo Jardot discusses a phone call meeting being arranged between Ken Wagner and Will Baker to address Bay issues prior to an upcoming meeting, while also addressing a rumor regarding authority related to an El5 waiver. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The document consists of emails from Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, discussing potential job interest and follow-ups regarding a position with the agency. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email correspondence between Ann Klee of GE and Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses the anticipated release of the Five Year Review for the Hudson River, with Jackson indicating that Region 2 is expected to issue it shortly. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves Ryan Jackson from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Rob Hobart from Monsanto regarding issues to discuss on December 5, 2017, and also touches on support for an ABA initiative. 2017 HQ2017008402 9
The email from Don Nickles to Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, discusses the forwarding of a resume for Sarah Pearce, a candidate recommended for a position at the EPA, highlighting her qualifications and connections to Senator Portman. 2017 HQ2017008402 13
The email exchange between Michael Dourson and Ryan Jackson discusses scheduling a call to talk about the Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act (LCSA) and the Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) at the U.S. EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402 9
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson from the EPA and Rob Hobart discusses scheduling a phone call to prepare for a meeting with the President and upcoming international travel, highlighting the challenges of coordinating schedules before the holidays. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The emails involve Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the EPA, addressing inquiries about personnel matters and clarifying misinformation regarding Jeff Holmstead's potential appointment. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email exchange between Andrew Wheeler and Ryan Jackson, both associated with the U.S. EPA, discusses Wheeler's positive reception during a recent event and mentions support from Senator Lindsey Graham, reflecting on the political dynamics surrounding coal mining job preservation. 2017 HQ2017008402 16
The email correspondence involves Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the EPA, discussing a request for insights on the Paris climate agreement ahead of a White House meeting, highlighting concerns about the EPA Administrator's critical stance on the agreement's economic impact and commitments. 2017 HQ2017008402 10
The U.S. EPA is organizing a closed stakeholder meeting with public power CEOs on June 19, 2017, to discuss regulatory certainty and the future of regulation under Section 111, with logistical details being coordinated by Ryan Jackson and Mandy Gunasekara. 2017 HQ2017008402 5