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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved emergency fuel waivers for 38 states and Washington, D.C., in response to disruptions caused by Hurricane Harvey affecting Gulf Coast-area refineries.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is requesting additional information from the National Sorghum Producers regarding their renewable fuel pathway petition for sorghum oil to complete its evaluation.
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The email from Justin Schwab of the EPA discusses the regulatory implications of approving sorghum oil as a biodiesel feedstock, clarifying that Executive Order 13771 does not apply to this permitting action, which does not impose compliance costs.
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The email from Justin Schwab at the EPA discusses the significant changes in the registration and re-registration process for pesticides, specifically highlighting the impacts of new risk assessment policies on the herbicide Atrazine, as communicated by Joe Bischoff.
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The email correspondence between Tim Lust and EPA's Justin Schwab discusses the approval process for sorghum oil as a feedstock, highlighting technical discussions and the implications of Executive Order 13771 on rule-making.
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The email from Joe Bischoff discusses significant changes in the risk assessment process for pesticide registration and re-registration at the EPA, specifically highlighting concerns regarding the re-registration of Atrazine and the lack of stakeholder engagement in these policy shifts.
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The email from Aaron Ringel of the EPA confirms his ability to receive and keep Confidential Business Information (CBI) related to Cellulosic Biofuel projections, following a meeting with David Cox and others from the Renewable Natural Gas industry.
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The email from David Cox of the Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas to EPA officials discusses the submission of Confidential Business Information (CBI) related to Cellulosic Biofuel projections and seeks confirmation on whether the recipients can accept such information.
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The email from Aaron Ringel of the EPA discusses coordinating information regarding an event with Lorine Card from Mosaic Company and includes Daisy Letendre from the policy shop for further details.
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The email correspondence involves Lorine Card from The Mosaic Company confirming details about an event at the EPA, specifically asking about the time and entrance information for the event scheduled in the Rachel Carson Green Room.
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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is requesting the new EPA Administrator to reverse the Obama Administration's disapproval of Iowa's antidegradation water quality rules and is coordinating a meeting with Midwestern governors to discuss state-federal partnerships and renewable energy.
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The email correspondence from Madeline Morris of the EPA informs Chris Bliley of Growth Energy that the Administrator will not be able to speak at their September conference but expresses willingness to consider future opportunities.
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The email from Madeline Morris, Executive Scheduler at the EPA, confirms a meeting scheduled for the following day at 4 PM with Stephanie Groen from Iowa, inquiring about attendees accompanying the Governor.
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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources received a memo from the U.S. EPA disapproving Iowa's 2016 antidegradation water quality rules, which defined "economically viable" in a way that conflicts with federal standards by allowing less stringent pollution control options based on a 15% cost cap.
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The email from Madeline Morris at the EPA confirms a meeting scheduled for June 28, 2017, between Governor Reynolds of Iowa and the EPA Administrator.
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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.
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The email from Troy Lyons of the USDA discusses the receipt of fact sheets related to Georgia forestry from Wanda Barrs, expressing appreciation for the information provided.
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The email from Troy Lyons of the EPA discusses the signing of a red dye waiver and inquires about scheduling a call between the governor and Administrator Pruitt.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced it will exercise enforcement discretion for Tampa Electric Company to operate without full pollution controls at three facilities to ensure electricity supply during Hurricane Irma's aftermath.
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The EPA assigned a "No Action Assurance" regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating no immediate regulatory action will be taken related to Tampa Electric.
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The email from Troy Lyons at the EPA requests assistance in arranging an urgent call between Administrator Pruitt and the Governor, indicating the matter is time-sensitive.
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The email from Troy Lyons of the EPA requests an urgent call between Administrator Pruitt and Governor Reynolds regarding an unspecified matter.
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The EPA Administrator, E. Scott Pruitt, informed several U.S. Senators that after thorough analysis, the agency will not move the "point of obligation" for the Renewable Fuel Standard from refiners to blenders and will finalize the Renewable Volume Obligation rule by November 30, 2017.
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The email correspondence between Troy Lyons of the EPA and Stephanie Groen of the Iowa Governor's Office discusses arranging a time-sensitive call between EPA Administrator Pruitt and Governor Kim Reynolds.
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The email from the EPA discusses the Administrator's signature of a Notice of Data Availability (NODA) regarding proposed reductions to the Renewable Fuel Volume Standards for 2018 and Biomass Based Diesel volumes for 2019, inviting public comment on specific issues related to the proposed rule.
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Jake Ketzner, Chief of Staff for the Iowa Governor, expresses gratitude to Troy Lyons from the EPA for the Governor's comments and mentions anticipation for an upcoming visit.
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The email from Hayley Ford of the EPA informs recipients that Administrator Pruitt will be 15 minutes late to a meeting with Governor Reynolds, originally scheduled for 1:45 PM, and aims to start at 2 PM.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes for 2018 and biomass-based diesel volumes for 2019, prioritizing regulatory certainty for domestic refiners and the agricultural community in Iowa.
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The email from Ben Longstreth discusses the inclusion of the EPA's proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan in materials for an upcoming panel, highlighting the agency's action on environmental policy.
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Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC submitted comments to the EPA regarding the "Evaluation of Existing Regulations," emphasizing the economic significance of the phosphate industry in Florida and its contribution to local employment and economic activity.
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The email from Michelle Hale, Executive Assistant to the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, discusses a note to Mr. O'Rourke related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email correspondence involves Eileen Stuart from The Mosaic Company discussing the forwarding of a note to Joe O'Rourke with Michelle Hale, an Executive Assistant at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), regarding a matter related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email from Debbie Hohlt confirms the location for a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt, involving multiple state governors and their teams, scheduled for February 24, 2017.
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The email correspondence involves Ed Thomas from The Fertilizer Institute coordinating a speaking engagement for Lee Forsgren of the EPA to address the TFI Government Affairs Committee on December 5, 2017.
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The email correspondence involves Chip Murray from the National Alliance of Forest Owners requesting a meeting with Lee Forsgren from the EPA to discuss issues related to the silviculture exemption from wetlands permits and a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) being developed in California.
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Ed Thomas from The Fertilizer Institute requested a biography from Lee Forsgren in preparation for his address to the TFI Government Affairs Committee on December 5, 2017.
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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is preparing for a meeting on September 19th regarding Iowa's antidegradation rules and has shared documents addressing the EPA's disapproval of these rules with the EPA's Lee Forsgren.
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The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency's Patrick Davis thanking Lorine Card from Mosaic Company for sharing a comment letter regarding existing regulations, specifically focusing on CERCLA 108(b), CWA Section 404, and the Risk Management Program.
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The email from Byron Brown at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt, coordinating with Keniece Barbee from the Corn Refiners Association and including his assistant Veronica for assistance.
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The Fertilizer Institute's Andy O'Hare thanked EPA's Byron Brown for a meeting regarding CERCLA 108, advocating for an exclusion of phosphate and potash from the rule's scope and seeking updates on the reconsideration of the phosphate fertilizer risk and technology review.
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The email from Chris Bliley of Growth Energy discusses their statement on the proposed Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume obligations, with an attached press release regarding the 2018 proposed Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs).
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The email correspondence between John Bode of the Corn Refiners Association and Byron Brown from the EPA discusses the need for direction on addressing the biogenic CO2 issue, which was raised with Administrator Pruitt during an event.
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The Fertilizer Institute is inviting EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to address their gathering in September, as communicated by Andy O'Hare to Byron Brown.
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The Fertilizer Institute's Vice President, Andy O'Hare, sent an email to Byron Brown discussing the review of comments from Earthworks on phosphate mines in relation to CERCLA rulemaking, attaching a document that rebuts claims made by Earthworks.
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The email from Keniece Barbee of the Corn Refiners Association discusses updates regarding Byron Brown and requests a recent biography for attendees of a meeting with various agricultural industry leaders, coordinated with Michelle Hale from the EPA.
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The email from Andy O'Hare of The Fertilizer Institute requests a meeting with Byron Brown regarding the CERCLA 108(b) proposal, indicating coordination with colleagues at the National Mining Association.
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Chris Bliley from Growth Energy is seeking a meeting with EPA officials Byron Brown and Mandy Gunasekara to discuss the RVP (Reid Vapor Pressure) issue.
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The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses the scheduling of Administrator Pruitt's potential address to the Ag America Caucus during their Spring Conference on April 5, 2017, while noting delays due to President Trump's visit to the EPA.
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The email correspondence between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Stephanie Groen from the Iowa Governor's office discusses a letter that was sent out, with Bennett indicating he was unaware of it and Groen expressing gratitude for a note from the Administrator.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Stephanie Groen, Acting Director of State-Federal Relations for the Iowa Governor's Office, discusses scheduling a phone call to connect regarding unspecified matters.
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The email from Elizabeth Tate Bennett, Senior Deputy Associate Administrator at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, is a request for a quick phone call regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email correspondence between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Tim Barnes from Ag America discusses the attendance and arrangements for the Ag America WDC Spring Conference scheduled for April 5, 2017, including a request for Administrator Pruitt to address the attendees.
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The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses the request for comments from state governors on the rollback of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, specifically mentioning Governor Pete Ricketts' concerns and legal challenges regarding the 2015 definition of WOTUS.
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The email from the EPA Press Office discusses praise from various state governors for the Trump Administration's decision to rescind the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, highlighting concerns about regulatory overreach and the importance of state management of water resources.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Stephanie Groen from the Iowa Governor's Office discusses coordination regarding an environmental issue and the need for a phone call between the EPA and Iowa teams to clarify an agreement.
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The email from Tate Bennett, Deputy Associate Administrator at the EPA, discusses an upcoming engagement session with mayors scheduled for June 23, 2017, and inquires about including it in the conference agenda.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett of the EPA and Perry Aasness of the Minnesota AgriGrowth Council discusses logistics for hosting an event, including potential venues and invitees for an administrator's visit.
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The email from the EPA's Executive Scheduler, Madeline Morris, confirms the scheduling of a meeting with Governor Reynolds and discusses logistics for the meeting.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Stephanie Groen from Iowa discusses scheduling a meeting to address ongoing environmental issues, with Groen expressing gratitude for the EPA's assistance and indicating that further communication will be necessary.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Stephanie Groen from Iowa discusses scheduling a meeting and coffee chat related to the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Stephanie Groen from Iowa discusses scheduling a meeting to connect during the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Timothy J. Barnes from Ag America discusses the scheduling conflicts preventing EPA participation in the Ag America Spring National conference held from May 31 to June 2, 2017, in Orlando, FL.
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The email from Tate Bennett at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses a quick call regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email exchange involves Kayla Lyon from the Iowa Governor's Office introducing Kevin Kuhle of the Iowa Farm Bureau to Tate Bennett from the EPA to discuss coordinating a roundtable event.
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The email from Stephanie Groen of the Iowa Governor's Office discusses the biodiesel industry's capacity and growth potential, highlights concerns over unfair competition from imported biodiesel, and mentions a trade complaint filed by the National Biodiesel Board against subsidized imports, following a conversation with EPA Administrator Pruitt.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Ryan Flickner discusses the potential for providing technical assistance regarding legislation related to dicamba and the Flint Hills exceptional fire event bill, highlighting concerns about getting bogged down without office leadership.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett of the EPA and Perry Aasness of the Minnesota AgriGrowth Council discusses a missed call and attempts to reconnect, with no specific agency action or decision mentioned.
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The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses edits to a press release regarding the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) tour and inquires about obtaining a quote from the Arkansas Poultry Federation for balance.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett of the EPA and Bill Hammerich pertains to coordinating an attendee list and itinerary adjustments for a meeting at Frasier Ranch.
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The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses a meeting scheduled for the following night in Iowa with state legislators and Governor Reynolds, requesting assistance in providing the names of the attendees.
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses plans for a meeting in Des Moines with Iowa's Department of Natural Resources regarding the state's anti-degradation rules, following a recommendation from a regional official and a recent meeting with the Iowa Governor.
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The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA introduces Kaitlyn Shimmin to Stephanie Groen for coordination on an upcoming issue related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email correspondence between EPA officials and Ben P. Cannatti discusses scheduling a potential meeting for a Senior Advisor from the EPA to attend the Ag America 2017 Iowa Conference due to a scheduling conflict with the Administrator.
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The email from Tate Bennett to Stephanie Groen discusses the Environmental Protection Agency's recent announcement regarding biofuel levels in the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), prompted by concerns from the Iowa Governor's office.
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The email from Tate Bennett of the EPA discusses a potential meeting with Steven Rhines and Bill Buckner from the Noble Research Institute to discuss conservation and land stewardship efforts on September 20, 2017.
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The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing a request to visit two poultry farms in Dardanelle, Arkansas, due to their proximity to water bodies, with concerns raised about the legitimacy of the investigator's visit amid heightened biosecurity measures.
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The email exchange between Tate Bennett of the EPA and Bill Hammerich discusses the attendee list for a meeting related to the Frasier Ranch, with Bennett requesting Mark Frasier's email and Hammerich providing the current list of attendees.
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The email from Tate Bennett discusses the Fertilizer Institute's statement regarding the EPA's CERCLA 108 Rule, as forwarded by Kathy Mathers.
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The email correspondence between EPA officials and Iowa state representatives discusses the status of the Iowa Antidegradation issue and mentions an upcoming meeting to address it.
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The email correspondence among Iowa state officials and the EPA discusses the status of the Iowa Antidegradation issue, with a request for updates following a previous productive call on October 19, 2017.
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The email correspondence involves Anthony Reed from Archer Daniels Midland Company discussing a lunch meeting with Elizabeth Bennett from the EPA and others, highlighting a tradition of former officials connecting.
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The email exchange involves Elizabeth Bennett from the EPA coordinating a lunch meeting with Anthony Reed from Archer Daniels Midland Company and Chris Bliley from Growth Energy to discuss various topics, reflecting ongoing communication among former officials and industry representatives.
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The email from Jackie Schutz of the Florida Executive Office of the Governor discusses the list of 53 active Superfund sites in Florida provided by Amy Graham from the EPA, along with information about two recently proposed sites for the National Priorities List.
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The email from Timothy J. Barnes to Tate Bennett discusses the Ag America Spring National Conference scheduled for May 31 - June 2 in Orlando, FL, and includes an agenda for the event hosted by Ag Commissioner Adam Putnam.
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The document is a letter from Iowa organizations to Senators Grassley and Ernst requesting assistance in correcting an EPA regulatory interpretation that negatively impacts the marketability of distillers corn oil (DCO) as a biodiesel feedstock under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
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The Iowa Economic Development Authority is requesting assistance from Senators Grassley and Ernst to address the EPA's classification of Corn Oil 1 as a bio-intermediary, which has excluded it from the RFS2 biodiesel market and harmed the biodiesel and ethanol industries.
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The email correspondence involves Kurt Kovarik, Legislative Director for Senator Chuck Grassley, coordinating a meeting with EPA representatives regarding an introduction, suggesting a time that works for all parties involved.
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The email correspondence involves Christian Palich from the EPA coordinating a meeting with staff from Senator Chuck Grassley's office and others regarding an introduction related to the EPA.
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The email exchange between Stephanie Groen of the Iowa Governor's Office and Tate Bennett of the EPA discusses the Governor's appreciation for a letter from the EPA Administrator and confirms communication regarding another issue related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email correspondence involves Devin Mogler from Senator Joni Ernst's office coordinating a meeting with the EPA, specifically with Robert Riley, and discussing logistics for a group meeting on the 21st/22nd.
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The EPA announced the creation of a Superfund task force aimed at streamlining and improving the Superfund program, with recommendations expected within 30 days to expedite cleanups and encourage private investment in revitalizing contaminated sites.
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The Iowa Office of the Governor, led by Stephanie Groen, submitted comments regarding the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) to relevant stakeholders, including Andrew Hanson and Tate Bennett.
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The email correspondence between Christine Diaz of the Florida Executive Office of the Governor and Tate Bennett of the EPA discusses scheduling a call for Florida Governor Rick Scott to speak with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt regarding proposed listings for National Priorities List (NPL) sites in Florida.
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The email exchange between Ryan Flickner from the Kansas Farm Bureau and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses ongoing discussions about dicamba and the potential reintroduction of the Flint Hills exceptional fire event bill, highlighting concerns about legislative strategies and the need for further research on prescribed fires.
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The email from Perry Aasness of the Minnesota AgriGrowth Council discusses coordinating press inquiries related to EPA Administrator Pruitt's visit, directing EPA's Tate Bennett to contact Kurt Zellers for assistance with media outreach.
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The email exchange between Perry Aasness of the Minnesota AgriGrowth Council and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses the invitation status of Steve Olsen to an event, as well as potential invitations to the Farmers Union.
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The email from Perry Aasness of the Minnesota AgriGrowth Council discusses organizing a meeting with various Minnesota agricultural organizations and agribusinesses to address the EPA's interest in meeting with state ag leaders regarding fixes to the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) regulations.
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The email from Tate Bennett of the Sierra Club discusses coordinating press efforts with the Poultry Federation following EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit, requesting contact information for press teams from various trade groups.
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The email from Stephanie Groen, Director of State-Federal Relations for the Iowa Governor's Office, discusses inviting Senator Grassley, Senator Ernst, and Congressman Young to a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt.
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The email exchange between Bill Hammerich of the Colorado Livestock Association and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses changes to the itinerary and attendee list for an upcoming meeting at Frasier Ranch.
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