Congressional Meeting Summaries and Discussions

This group contains summaries of emails and meetings related to various congressional activities, including logistical arrangements, legislative strategies, and appointments within government agencies.

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The Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council submitted its 2017 Annual Report to Congress, detailing its accomplishments and activities related to ecosystem restoration and fund allocation under the RESTORE Act. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
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The email from Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses coordinating a meeting with Dow representatives to clarify details regarding a new statute related to a PMN (Premanufacture Notice) and CBI (Confidential Business Information) issues. 2017
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Nancy Beck
2
The email from Barry Hart discusses talking points for a radio interview regarding Thomas Hill and its impact on the local community, with input from various individuals including EPA representatives. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email is an automatic reply from Bryan Zumwalt of the American Chemistry Council, indicating he is out of the office and unavailable for communication regarding a call with EPA representatives. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Rich Nolan discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA case, specifically regarding testimony related to the litigation. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Michael Abboud of the EPA confirms that press representatives, including David Beard from The Dominion Post, are welcome to attend the upcoming Clean Power Plan hearings in Charleston, WV, without preregistration, and provides a link for more information. 2017
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The email from Michael Abboud at the EPA discusses a media inquiry from Jim Rutledge of Farm World regarding the current members of the Federal Advisory Committee on Agriculture (FRRCC), providing a list of members and a link to the FRRCC website. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from Enesta Jones of the U.S. EPA's Office of Media Relations confirms receipt of a request from Megan Robertson regarding attendance and camera policies for the Steam Electric Public Hearing scheduled for July 31, 2017. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from Lou Hammond inquires whether there will be a live stream of a hearing related to the EPA's Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email exchange between Tricia Lynn of the U.S. EPA and Talia B. discusses the availability of a speakers' list and transcript from an effluent hearing, with Tricia confirming that these will be added to the docket in a few weeks. 2017
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13 Tier
1
The U.S. EPA's Office of Public Affairs granted permission to PBS Frontline to film a public hearing on July 31, 2017, and provided details for setup and available resources. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from Lisa Martino-Taylor expresses concerns to a colleague about unethical human experimentation on pregnant women by U.S. government agencies, urging for congressional investigation and an end to fluoridation practices linked to health risks. 2017
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13 Tier
1
The email from Liz Bowman at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses the anticipation surrounding Senator James Lankford's upcoming 2017 federal wastebook and advises colleagues to monitor for any mentions of the EPA. 2017
13 Tier
1
Michael Abboud from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is following up with Congressman Wright regarding a grant for the Pollution Prevention Regional Information Center and requesting a quote for a press release. 2017
13 Tier
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The email from Jahan Wilcox at the EPA confirms the addition of Tony Hobbs, a Legislative Assistant, to the EPA press release list following his request. 2017
13 Tier
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James Crotty, Director of Communications for Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, discusses a year-end report and shares his resume with Michael Abboud from the EPA's Office of Public Affairs following a recent meeting. 2017
13 Tier
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James Crotty, Director of Communications for Congressman Jeff Fortenberry, sends a corrected version of his resume to Michael Abboud at the EPA following a meeting, indicating a desire to connect further. 2017
13 Tier
1
The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Robert Johansson of the USDA discusses the cancellation of a meeting due to Johansson's urgent work commitments related to an upcoming hearing. 2017
Tier 12 (interagency consult)
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The email from Quin Shea of the Edison Electric Institute requests a meeting with Bill Wehrum to discuss environmental issues and enhance the relationship between their organizations following a recent committee meeting. 2017
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Bill Wehrum
1
Kenneth Wagner from the EPA communicated with representatives from Williams after a meeting at ECOS, expressing satisfaction with their representation. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
1
The email from Bryan Zumwalt of the American Chemistry Council to Troy Lyons discusses a letter of support for a hearing related to EPA nominees, urging action from the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The National Mining Association invited Albert Kelly to speak at their Environment Committee meeting scheduled for October 16-17, 2017, in Washington, D.C. 2017
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Albert Kelly
1
The email from Michael Walls of the American Chemistry Council provides a list of organizations expected to participate in a call regarding the AAI Technical Affairs Committee on May 2, 2017. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
1
The document outlines a preliminary draft proposal for a roundtable discussion organized by the EPA focusing on the optimal approach to governmental risk-related scientific advisory processes in light of recent congressional activities and potential politicization of science. 2017
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Nancy Beck
1
The email from Tawny Bridgeford invites Nancy Beck to speak at the National Mining Association's Environment Committee Meeting in October 2017. 2017
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Nancy Beck
1
The document is a letter from U.S. Senators endorsing Layne R. Bangertar for nomination as Under Secretary for Agriculture - Natural Resources and Environment, highlighting his qualifications and experience in agriculture and natural resources. 2017
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Layne Bangerter
1
Ray Shepherd from Peabody Energy is inquiring with Layne Bangerter at the EPA about the status of the Seven Hills issue and references a proposal and letter from Congressman Bucshon related to it. 2017
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Layne Bangerter
1
Peabody Energy's Ray Shepherd sent an email to Layne Bangerter regarding a proposal and letter from Congressman Bucshon related to the Seven Hills issue, in anticipation of a meeting with EPA Region 5 in Chicago. 2017
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Layne Bangerter
1
The email from Byron Brown discusses scheduling a meeting to address the implementation of the CCR provisions from the WIIN legislation, involving representatives from the EPA and the Electric Power industry. 2017
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2 Tier
1
The email from Rich Nolan of the National Mining Association discusses a Tuesday meeting with various stakeholders, including representatives from the EPA, and requests a list of attendees for security purposes. 2017
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2 Tier
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William Wehrum of Hunton & Williams LLP is discussing the completion of a draft response to the EPW Committee questionnaire for the 115th Congress and mentions an anticipated mid-July announcement regarding a nomination that could affect the timing of a hearing before the August recess. 2017
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The email exchange between William Wehrum and Aaron Ringel discusses the drafting of Wehrum's opening statement for a testimony, which is intended to be sent to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review as part of a package related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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1 Tier
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The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works invited William L. Wehrum to testify regarding the nominations of several individuals, including himself, for positions at the Environmental Protection Agency and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission on September 20, 2017. 2017
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1 Tier
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Troy Lyons from the EPA discusses the potential difficulty of meeting the October 4th markup deadline for QFRs and suggests checking with the committee for flexibility. 2017
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1 Tier
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The email from Aaron Ringel at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with William Wehrum regarding Senator Inhofe on October 3, 2017. 2017
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1 Tier
1
Troy M. Lyons from the EPA's Office of Congressional & Intergovernmental Relations expresses gratitude to nominees for their participation in a hearing and offers support for their nominations ahead of a contentious session. 2017
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1 Tier
1
The email exchange between Levi Bachmeier from the North Dakota government and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses attendance arrangements for an event, confirming that both agencies will have representatives present. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The National Mining Association's 2017 Fall Environmental Committee Meeting attendee list includes various executives and environmental policy professionals from the mining industry. 2017
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William Lovell
2
The email correspondence involves John Konkus from the EPA coordinating a meeting with representatives from the Bockorny Group regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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William Lovell
3
The email correspondence between Beth Tipps from the Tennessee government and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses a request regarding gasoline in Tennessee and mentions Senator Corker's interest in the matter. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
William H. Kirkland from the Executive Office of the President is facilitating communication between the EPA and a Pennsylvania representative regarding specific questions related to the state. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The document is a list of registrants by company for the 2017 October Annual External Affairs Meeting, including contact information for representatives from various energy companies, as part of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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William Lovell
24
The email from Chris Bahret coordinates a meeting on June 22, 2017, with Brian Foy, the new congressional liaison for the AAF, to discuss past interactions with DC officials, involving multiple recipients from various agencies. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
2
The email from Taylor Beis of the EEI discusses a meeting scheduled for 10 AM with representatives from various labor unions, coordinated with Tate Bennett from the EPA. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The email correspondence between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Brad Viator from the Edison Electric Institute discusses scheduling a meeting with state affairs representatives for September 27 or 28, 2017. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email correspondence involves Tate Bennett from the EPA coordinating a meeting with labor representatives and other stakeholders, discussing scheduling for a meeting on October 10, 2017. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The email exchange involves Derek Coats from Senator Blunt's office and Tate Bennett from the EPA discussing arrangements for the Thomas Hill Event, including speaking roles and recognition for attendees, while coordinating with other officials. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email discusses coordination efforts between Barry Hart and U.S. Senator Roy Blunt's office regarding issues related to Electric Cooperatives and Thomas Hill, with a request for participants to provide their phone numbers for a conference call. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email correspondence between Taylor Beis from the EEI and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses the logistics for a meeting scheduled for October 10, 2017, including arrival times, security check-in, and introductions with labor representatives. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email correspondence involves Brad Viator from the Edison Electric Institute coordinating a meeting with Tate Bennett from the EPA and others regarding labor representatives, scheduled for October 3, 2017. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The email correspondence between Joshua Greene of A.O. Smith Corporation and Sarah Helton discusses their appreciation for a meeting with EPA representative Layne Bangerter regarding water infrastructure issues and A.O. Smith's role in water technology solutions. 2017
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Layne Bangerter
2
The email correspondence between Kat Gale of the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) and Lee Forsgren of the EPA discusses a meeting request for September 6 or 7, 2017, to engage with AF&PA's Environment Resource Committee. 2017
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The email from Jon Freedman of GE Power invites EPA representatives to a reception at WEFTEC on October 2, 2017, following a prior meeting and discussions about collaboration. 2017
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The email correspondence involves Hallie Miller, a reporter from Maryland Capital News Service, requesting a statement from the EPA regarding environmental goals for the Chesapeake Bay, to which an EPA spokesman confirms ongoing collaboration with Congress to prioritize the region's environmental needs. 2017
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13 Tier
3
Michael Abboud from the EPA forwarded an invitation to a Holiday Reception hosted by the Western Caucus Foundation for members of the Senate and Congressional Western Caucuses, scheduled for December 13, 2017, in Washington, D.C. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from a Sierra Club representative demands that the EPA respond to questions from the New York Times, criticizing the agency for its lack of transparency and asserting that it is violating constitutional rights by not engaging with the press. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email correspondence between Simon Tate of Al Jazeera and Robert Daguillard from the EPA discusses the registration and accreditation process for Al Jazeera's media team to cover the public hearing on the Clean Power Plan in Charleston, WV, scheduled for November 28, 2017. 2017
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13 Tier
2
Troy Lyons from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is inquiring about Bill Wehrum's availability for a meeting with Senate committee members next week regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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1 Tier
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The email correspondence involves the U.S. EPA discussing the need for a bio and photo of an individual named Kell for an upcoming dinner with tribal representatives. 2017
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1 Tier
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The email correspondence between Stephen Fotis and Bill Wehrum of the EPA discusses scheduling meetings with representatives from Toyota and Shell regarding time-sensitive issues. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting between William Wehrum and Senator Whitehouse, with proposed times for September 26th, 27th, and 28th. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
1
The email from Aaron Ringel at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses the delivery of a briefing binder on Office of Air and Radiation (OAR) programs and issues to William Wehrum for hearing preparation. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
1
The email from the EPA's Aaron Ringel confirms a meeting scheduled for November 7, 2017, at 2:45 PM with Senator Heitkamp, coordinating with William Wehrum and Kaitlyn Shimmin. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
1
The email from Matt Leggett of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee discusses the forwarding of a nomination questionnaire from William Wehrum to the minority party, related to Wehrum's nomination process. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
1
The email from the EPA's Aaron Ringel informs William Wehrum that a scheduled White House meeting has been canceled and will not be rescheduled before a hearing related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
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William Wehrum from Hunton & Williams sent a revised document regarding a silica question to Elizabeth Horner at the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
1
The email from Christian Palich of the EPA outlines the schedule for a mock hearing and debriefing on September 15, 2017, while congratulating the team on successful meetings and providing logistical details for attendees. 2017
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Christian Palich
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The email from Christian Palich discusses the final review of cleared Questions for the Record (QFRs) related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating that they will be sent to the committee on Monday if approved. 2017
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Christian Palich
1
William L. Wehrum, a Presidential nominee, updated his public financial disclosure report to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, indicating additional income received from Hunton & Williams LLP prior to his nomination hearing. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
William L. Wehrum, a Presidential nominee, updated his public financial disclosure report to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, indicating he received additional partnership income from Hunton & Williams LLP prior to his nomination hearing. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The email from William Wehrum to Troy Lyons discusses a follow-up question from Elizabeth Horner regarding a missing agreement referenced in a questionnaire related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, involving the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The House Committee on Natural Resources passed three bipartisan energy bills aimed at enhancing American energy dominance and job creation, which are now sent to the Senate for consideration. 2017
13 Tier
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The document details a meeting between new Forest Service Chief Tony Tooke and the Congressional Western Caucus, where Tooke committed to collaborating on forestry reform, and also mentions the House Committee on Natural Resources passing a bill by Rep. McClintock to enhance public access to scenic landscapes, despite opposition from some Democrats. 2017
13 Tier
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The email from Tate Bennett discusses the withdrawal of a resolution by representatives from ALEC regarding the review of the EPA's Endangerment Findings, indicating that the final decision will be made by the Trump Administration. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Kevin Bromberg of the SBA discusses an upcoming House hearing on the scientific and operational integrity of the EPA's IRIS Program, scheduled for September 6, 2017, and lists the witnesses who will testify. 2017
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Richard Yamada
2
The document is a Google Calendar invitation confirming a call between Senator Sullivan and David Ross scheduled for October 16, 2017, organized by Troy Lyons. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The document is an email notification regarding a scheduled meeting on September 27, 2017, between Lee Forsgren from the EPA and representatives from the Colorado Farm Bureau, including discussions with farmers and ranchers. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
1
The document is an email notification from Google Calendar regarding a meeting organized by Lee Forsgren from the EPA with representatives from Colorado, scheduled for September 27, 2017, to discuss unspecified topics. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
1
The email from Robert Daguillard of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency provides a link to information regarding the Clean Power Plan hearings in response to a media inquiry from Kevin Adler, editor of PointLogic Energy. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email from Laura Sneeringer of the Consensus Building Institute discusses the scheduling of a Byproducts Committee Meeting for the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating that the Industry caucus will meet from 9-10 AM, followed by the full Committee at 10 AM to discuss potential approaches. 2017
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The email from Joe Bischoff to Nancy Beck discusses a meeting with agricultural representatives regarding the pending Section 3 approval for Sulfoxaflor and expresses hope for progress on new use requests related to pollinator policy impacts on agriculture. 2017
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The email discusses the EPA's commitment to follow Congressional direction regarding funding priorities for regional programs, specifically addressing the future of the Great Lakes National Program Office in Region 5. 2017
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13 Tier
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The document discusses a bipartisan letter led by Western Caucus Members Ken Buck and Kevin Cramer to U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, urging the Department of Justice to prosecute environmental activists who engage in violence against energy infrastructure. 2017
13 Tier
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The email from Tanner Hanson discusses the House's efforts to restore Minnesota mining through a bill led by the Western Caucus, dated December 2, 2017. 2017
13 Tier
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The document is a Supreme Court case from Montana involving Atlantic Richfield Company as the petitioner against the Montana Second Judicial District Court regarding a petition for a writ of supervisory control, with various legal representatives and amicus curiae involved, decided on December 29, 2017. 2017
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Albert Kelly
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is preparing for an upcoming meeting on April 18th by sharing a draft agenda and inviting feedback from participants, including representatives from the EPA. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
1
The email correspondence between David Beard, a reporter for The Dominion Post, and Michael Abboud from the EPA discusses press access and details for attending the upcoming Clean Power Plan hearings in Charleston, West Virginia. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email from Tate Bennett to Beth Tipps discusses a Tennessee gasoline request related to Senator Corker's interest and includes an attachment regarding a non-interference determination from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC). 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Tate Bennett of the EPA discusses a request from Jamie Clover Adams of the Michigan Department of Agriculture for a representative from the EPA to participate in a panel at the Communication's Officers of State Departments of Agriculture annual meeting in New Orleans. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from Tate Bennett to Cody Stewart discusses coordinating a call to connect media representatives from their respective offices, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The document reports that the House of Representatives passed Rep. Bruce Westerman's Resilient Federal Forests Act (H.R. 2936) with bipartisan support, aimed at improving federal forest management and preventing fire borrowing by the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service. 2017
13 Tier
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The House of Representatives passed H.R. 3905, the "Minnesota's Economic Rights in the Superior National Forest Act," aimed at restoring mining rights in Minnesota and reversing previous administration actions that restricted mineral leases, as announced by Congressional Western Caucus leaders including Rep. Tom Emmer. 2017
13 Tier
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The document details President Trump's announcement on December 4, 2017, regarding the reduction of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in Utah by over two million acres, emphasizing a shift of land sovereignty back to local communities and a correction of previous presidential overreach, as supported by various congressional representatives. 2017
13 Tier
6
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works invited William L. Wehrum Jr. to testify on September 20, 2017, regarding his nomination and others for positions at the Environmental Protection Agency and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. 2017
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1 Tier
2
The email from Kaitlyn Shimmin of the Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs provides an updated schedule for meetings with various senators, including final preparations for a hearing, and requests recipients to share their flight details to avoid scheduling conflicts. 2017
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1 Tier
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Troy M. Lyons from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency communicated with William L. Wehrum regarding the timeline for submitting answers to Questions for the Record (QFRs) ahead of an upcoming markup on October 4th, suggesting they check with the committee for possible flexibility. 2017
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1 Tier
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Kaitlyn Shimmin from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency informs colleagues about canceling a White House meeting due to a possible hearing delay and mentions ongoing updates regarding their schedules. 2017
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1 Tier
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The email correspondence involves William Wehrum from Hunton & Williams discussing scheduling conflicts for a meeting with Senator Manchin related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with Aaron Ringel from the EPA coordinating the meeting logistics. 2017
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1 Tier
2
Jamie Clover Adams from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is requesting assistance in finding a representative from the EPA to participate in a panel at the COSDA annual meeting in New Orleans. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email correspondence between Amanda Aspatore from the National Mining Association and Lee Forsgren from the EPA discusses scheduling a speaking engagement for Forsgren at an upcoming meeting of NMA's Environment Committee on October 16, 2017. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
2