EPA Communications on Chemical Regulations

This group includes emails and reports discussing meetings, regulatory actions, and public concerns related to chemical safety and approvals by the EPA.

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The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Beau Greenwood from CropLife America discusses an upcoming meeting with Administrator Pruitt, focusing on topics such as FIFRA's risk-based approach to pesticide regulation, regulatory reform related to the Endangered Species Act, and the reauthorization of the industry's fee-for-service program, PRIA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from Sydney Hupp of the EPA confirms a meeting on June 15 at 2 p.m. between Administrator Pruitt and executives from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Rebbie Riley of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers discusses the coordination of a closed meeting scheduled for June 15 at the Trump International Hotel, with a request for staff names as the date approaches. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 21
The email correspondence involves the scheduling of meetings between the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers and the EPA Administrator, Scott Pruitt, with specific dates and times proposed for coordination. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Peter Gudritz from Dow Chemical confirms a meeting with Administrator Pruitt scheduled for May 2, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ian McTiernan of the American Institute of Architects expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for a recent meeting and emphasizes the importance of EPA programs like Energy Star and the TSCA Chemical Substance Inventory for the architecture industry. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received a meeting request from the American Chemistry Council to discuss the importance of EPA's role in the antimicrobial and chemical industry, focusing on resource needs for the Office of Pesticide Programs and the implementation of the Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Chad Burke of the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region to Sydney Hupp at the EPA requests a meeting with Administrator Pruitt or his staff to discuss strategies and policies affecting the chemical industry along the Texas Gulf Coast during their visit to Washington D.C. on March 29-30, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses the scheduling of a meeting with Administrator Pruitt and requests information about additional attendees from the Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email from Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses the upcoming April 6 meeting between Administrator Pruitt and the Consumer Specialty Products Association (CSPA) to introduce the industry and discuss regulatory priorities, including TSCA and Safer Choice. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Rebbie Riley of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers discusses scheduling meetings with EPA Administrator Pruitt for May 2 and June 15, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email correspondence involves the EPA's Executive Scheduler, Sydney Hupp, coordinating an invitation for Administrator Pruitt to attend the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) Board Meeting, with Ben Traynham as the contact for further arrangements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between Beau Greenwood of CropLife America and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses topics for an upcoming meeting with Administrator Pruitt, focusing on pesticide regulation, regulatory reform, and the reauthorization of the industry's fee-for-service program. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Rebbie Riley from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt on May 2, 2017, at 3 p.m. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between EPA officials and Rebbie Riley from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers discusses the coordination of a meeting scheduled for June 14, 2017, at 3:30 p.m. regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 35
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses a meeting request for Administrator Pruitt to meet with executives from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers at the Trump hotel on June 15. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
The email correspondence between EPA officials and representatives from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers confirms a meeting scheduled for June 15, 2017, with Administrator Pruitt to discuss industry matters. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The email from Fred Bosco at CropLife America discusses an upcoming meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt, highlighting key topics such as FIFRA's risk-based approach to pesticide regulation and regulatory reforms related to the Endangered Species Act. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The email correspondence between EPA officials and representatives from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) discusses the scheduling of a meeting on May 2, 2017, and the possibility of the EPA Administrator attending a subsequent meeting at the Trump Hotel on June 15, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The email from Geoffrey Moody at the EPA discusses scheduling two meetings with executives from the American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), including a meeting with AFPM's president and another with various AFPM executives to meet with Administrator Pruitt on June 15th. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp and Robert Helminiak discusses the scheduling of a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt, including a list of attendees from the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Kristina Baum at Chevron Phillips Chemical invites EPA Administrator Pruitt to a VIP event on November 10 to celebrate the commissioning of a new chemical facility, emphasizing topics such as TSCA implementation, emissions reduction, and worker safety. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence from the Environmental Protection Agency discusses arranging a coffee meeting between Administrator Pruitt and General Landry during the Louisiana Chemical Association Annual Meeting, with suggestions for nearby locations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email correspondence involves the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency coordinating logistics for a meeting between General Landry and Administrator Pruitt during the Louisiana Chemical Association Annual Meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email correspondence between Autumn Moore of the Toy Association and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses logistics for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt, focusing on the setup and agenda to hear about the agency's priorities and the implementation of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email from Hayley Ford of the EPA informs Kristina Baum of Chevron Phillips that they will not be able to participate in the November 10 VIP event for the commissioning of a new chemical facility due to scheduling conflicts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email correspondence between Sarah Mule from the Louisiana Attorney General's office and Hayley Ford from the EPA discusses scheduling a coffee meeting between Attorney General Jeff Landry and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt during the Louisiana Chemical Association Annual Meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson and Michael Walls discusses preparations for a meeting between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the American Chemistry Council regarding pesticides scheduled for May 10, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Daniel Liebowitz of Allnex USA Inc. to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the financial impact and customer consequences of delays in the EPA's PMN review process for new chemical substance registrations under the revised TSCA regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating with the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) regarding a speaker request for Administrator Pruitt to attend their board meeting, with the necessary forms being exchanged to facilitate the scheduling. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Rebbie Riley of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers discusses the confirmation of a meeting with Administrator Pruitt scheduled for June 15 at the Trump hotel. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 17
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling an invitation for Administrator Pruitt to attend a National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) Board Meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email exchange between Hayley Ford of the EPA and Sarah Mule, Executive Assistant to Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry, discusses the logistics of a coffee meeting between AG Landry and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt during the Louisiana Chemical Association Annual Meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email from Peter Wright to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a list of 14 CERCLA Administrative Orders on Consent (AOCs) related to the Tittabawassee River, detailing negotiated agreements since 2007 for environmental remediation efforts involving The Dow Chemical Company in Michigan. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The letter from Congressman Brian Babin to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses concerns about the impartiality of a member on the EPA Science Advisory Board reviewing toxicological assessments of Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether and tert-Butyl Alcohol, highlighting potential conflicts of interest due to the member's previous work related to these chemicals. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Warren S. Payne to Ryan Jackson discusses the status of the Arkema chemical plant in Crosby, Texas, and indicates that they are collaborating with the Department of Homeland Security and local officials to monitor the situation following an incident. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Warren S. Payne discusses the ongoing situation at the Arkema chemical facility in Crosby, Texas, and the coordination of a briefing involving relevant company personnel and government officials. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
Lauren Sheehan, a Senior Manager at the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), announces her departure to join Valero's Federal Government Affairs team, while providing contact information for AFPM-related business. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Cindy Squires to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Sierra Club's lawsuit challenging the EPA's extension of compliance dates for the Formaldehyde Composite Wood rule, expressing concerns about the potential impact on the industry if the court vacates the extension. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 24
The email from Lem Smith to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a meeting request form regarding a formal meeting with Administrator Scott Pruitt to discuss the IRIS assessment of formaldehyde, following a critical review by the National Academy of Sciences. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Janet Smith of Arkema Inc. to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a news release regarding proactive measures being taken to safely ignite chemicals at the Arkema Crosby plant in Texas, in coordination with unified command, to eliminate hazards without posing additional risk to the community. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from a Holland & Knight LLP attorney to EPA's Ryan Jackson discusses a letter to President Trump praising the administration's decision to maintain the approval of the insecticide chlorpyrifos, emphasizing its importance for American farmers and disputing negative media coverage regarding its safety. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from David Kunz of Arkema provides an update on the chemical situation at the Crosby, Texas plant, detailing proactive measures taken in coordination with unified command to safely ignite degrading chemicals while maintaining a 1.5 mile evacuation zone. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Kristina Baum of Chevron Phillips Chemical discusses scheduling a VIP event on November 10 for the commissioning of a new chemical facility, expressing interest in having EPA Administrator Pruitt attend and speak at the event. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Economic Alliance Houston Port Region invited EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at the 2018 Gulf Coast Industry Forum, focusing on the petrochemical industry and regulatory changes under his leadership. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from John Blount at the EPA discusses a proposal from John Durkay regarding the need for a national emergency water discharge waiver for chemical plants affected by Hurricane Harvey's unprecedented rainfall. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA was informed by Dennis Deziel that the merger of The Dow Chemical Company and DuPont was successfully completed on August 31, 2017, with plans to separate into three independent companies focused on Materials Science, Agriculture, and Specialty Products within 18 months. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from Chevron Phillips invites EPA Administrator Pruitt to a VIP event on November 10, 2017, at their Texas facility to celebrate the launch of a new chemical unit and discuss topics such as TSCA implementation and industry resilience post-Hurricane Harvey. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Will Rogers discusses concerns regarding the Sutter County CAC's failure to include all relevant evidence in their investigation report, referencing the CDPR Pesticide Investigation Manual, and urges recipients to ensure comprehensive evidence inclusion in their lawsuits and reviews. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email correspondence involves officials from the U.S. EPA discussing scheduling a meeting regarding regulatory views on styrene, with Nancy Beck being identified as a key participant due to her expertise in chemicals. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Liz Bowman of the EPA discusses coordination and communication regarding hurricane Harvey preparedness efforts with Texas chemical associations and offers support and contact information for key EPA personnel. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email exchange between Kristina Baum of Chevron Phillips and Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses preparations for a VIP event on November 10 to showcase the commissioning of a new chemical facility and highlights the positive impact of the TSCA on emissions management. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from William Wehrum discusses the confirmation process for a nominee, expressing gratitude for support received and indicating that information regarding TERA's work on specific chemicals will be used by EPA's public relations team to counter misinformation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6