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 email correspondence between Danielle Jensen of U.S. Representative Don Bacon's office and Michael Abboud from the EPA discusses the coordination of a grant award announcement for the University of Nebraska Omaha's Pollution Prevention Regional Information Center, confirming the award notification and planning a potential event for November 10, 2017. 2017
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The email from Jeff Small of the Congressional Western Caucus informs recipients about the EPA's determination that no additional CERCLA action is needed, expressing gratitude for the positive news and requesting it be shared with relevant officials. 2017
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The document from the Senate Finance Committee discusses the implications of the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" on Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs), highlighting concerns that the proposed pass-through provision could hinder MLPs' ability to raise capital for energy infrastructure, ultimately affecting energy security and consumer prices. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
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The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) discussing the New Source Review (NSR) process with representatives from the Edison Electric Institute, with plans to set up a meeting to improve the process. 2017
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Justin Schwab
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The email correspondence between EPA officials and a representative from Gibson Dunn discusses coordinating a statement of support for Susan Bodine directed to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. 2017
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Christian Palich
3
The email from Bill Couser discusses the forwarding of a link to pictures from the EPA, shared with various stakeholders in the agricultural sector, including officials from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and private industry representatives. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email correspondence between Barbara Bankoff and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses the scheduling of a meeting regarding the IRIS issue, emphasizing the importance of Beck's participation and her reluctance to engage with representatives from the ACC. 2017
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The document outlines the schedule and logistics for the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee hearing on October 4, 2017, regarding the nominations of several individuals to key positions at the Environmental Protection Agency and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. 2017
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Christian Palich
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The email from Christian Palich at the EPA discusses making changes to cleared final questions for a congressional inquiry and plans to send them to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. 2017
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Christian Palich
2
The email correspondence between William Wehrum and Aaron Ringel discusses draft responses to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee regarding key nominations for the U.S. EPA, specifically mentioning Wehrum's expected nomination to lead the Office of Air and Radiation. 2017
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The email correspondence between William Wehrum and Christian Palich discusses the delivery of 50 copies of documents and a PDF version to a committee related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with Palich confirming that the EPA will handle the distribution. 2017
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The EPA is soliciting nominations for membership on the Local Government Advisory Committee (LGAC) and the Small Community Advisory Subcommittee (SCAS), with a deadline for applications set for August 10, 2017. 2017
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The email from Joseph L. Citta Jr. of the Nebraska Public Power District discusses a follow-up meeting with EPA representatives regarding the Large Public Power Council's potential role in providing policy and technical guidance on environmental regulatory issues. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
2
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works invited William L. Wehrum Jr. to testify on October 4, 2017, regarding his nomination and others for positions at the Environmental Protection Agency and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. 2017
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Christian Palich
2
The email correspondence among EPA officials discusses the response to member letters from the Environment and Public Works Committee in relation to an upcoming vote. 2017
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Christian Palich
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The email from Christian Palich at the EPA outlines the schedule for meetings with congressional representatives, including a meeting with Congressman Chabot, in preparation for an upcoming EPW hearing on September 20, 2017. 2017
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Charles Munoz
2
The email correspondence between Troy Lyons of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses the status of an ethics document related to a questionnaire, indicating that the document will be signed by the EPA and sent to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. 2017
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Troy Lyons
2
The email exchange between Justin Schwab from the EPA and Shannon Broome from Hunton & Williams discusses scheduling a meeting that includes the head of the relevant EPA Office of General Counsel practice group and a representative from the DOJ regarding a reconsideration topic. 2017
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The email exchange between William Wehrum and EPA officials discusses the submission of requested documents to a congressional committee and expresses appreciation for Senator Inhofe's upcoming introduction of Wehrum. 2017
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The email exchange among U.S. Environmental Protection Agency officials discusses the challenges of handling Questions for the Record (QFRs) from the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, with humorous references to gremlins and technical issues. 2017
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the urgency of compiling a list of pending cases in the DC Circuit, including specific cases that have been dismissed or denied, to meet a deadline set by the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. 2017
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The email correspondence between Shannon S. Broome of Hunton & Williams LLP and Justin Schwab of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting regarding a reconsideration petition related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with the option to include DOJ representatives. 2017
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Justin Schwab
2
The email correspondence between Aaron Ringel of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses draft responses related to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, amidst speculation about key nominations for the EPA under the Trump administration. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
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The email exchange between Aaron Ringel of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses draft responses to an EPW questionnaire and mentions a predicted mid-July announcement regarding a nomination that could affect scheduling for a hearing before the August recess. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
2
The email from Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses the delegation of responsibilities to Jeff Morris regarding an invitation for Tawny Bridgeford to speak at the NMA's Environment Committee Meeting in October. 2017
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Nancy Beck
2
The email discusses the scheduling and focus of a roundtable discussion at the SRA 2017 Annual Meeting, organized by various participants including Bernard Goldstein, regarding the implications of recent legislative actions affecting the EPA's scientific advisory processes. 2017
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Nancy Beck
3
The email discusses the acceptance of a roundtable session at the SRA 2017 Annual Meeting, organized by Kimberly White of the American Chemistry Council, focusing on risk-related scientific advisory processes for regulatory agencies, particularly in light of recent legislative actions concerning the EPA. 2017
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Nancy Beck
3
The email from Christian Palich at the EPA discusses the logistics and details for the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee nomination hearing scheduled for October 4, 2017, including transportation arrangements and a line-by-line agenda. 2017
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Christian Palich
2
The email from Christian Palich at the EPA outlines the process and timeline for responding to Questions for the Record (QFRs) following a successful hearing, with responses due by October 12, 2017. 2017
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Christian Palich
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The email from Christian Palich of the EPA outlines the meeting schedule for September 12, 2017, including meetings with various Senators, and highlights the efforts of Kaitlyn Shimmin in maintaining the master calendar. 2017
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Charles Munoz
2
Milam Mabry recommends Will Lovell for a Research Assistant position in the EPA's Office of Policy, highlighting his experience with Senator Cornyn and his suitability for the role. 2017
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Troy Lyons
2
The email correspondence between EPA officials and API representatives discusses scheduling a meeting for Brittany Bolen to participate in an API HEC event on November 2, 2017, and requests materials for the agenda and her participation. 2017
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William Lovell
2
The document reports that the House of Representatives passed the Hydropower Policy Modernization Act (H.R. 3043), aimed at streamlining the relicensing process for hydropower projects, as stated by key Republican leaders including Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Congressman Greg Walden. 2017
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The email from Jeff Small, Executive Director of the Congressional Western Caucus, outlines important upcoming events, including a members-only lunch meeting with U.S. Forest Service Chief Tony Tooke and a reminder for travel arrangements for the Western Caucus Foundation Policy Roundtable in Las Vegas. 2017
13 Tier
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The document is a press release from Tanner Hanson regarding strong bipartisan support for H.R. 3905, the "Minnesota's Economic Rights in the Superior National Forest Act," which aims to reverse a decision by the Obama Administration affecting public lands in Minnesota, scheduled for consideration in the House of Representatives on November 29, 2017. 2017
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The email from the EPA discusses the selection of the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to apply for a WIFIA loan, including a draft quote from Representative Ann Wagner supporting the Deer Creek Sanitary Tunnel project. 2017
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The email from Lynn L. Bergeson confirms a meeting with representatives from Dura cell and EPA officials to discuss regulatory matters related to product safety. 2017
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The email correspondence involves Tate Bennett from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Laura Vaught from Dominion Energy to discuss EPA legislative affairs, facilitated by Allison Trexler. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from Nancy Beck discusses an upcoming National Academies of Sciences workshop on November 20-21, 2017, focused on new approaches to toxicity testing and decision-making in environmental health, organized by the Standing Committee on Emerging Science for Environmental Health Decisions. 2017
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The email exchange among EPA officials and stakeholders discusses coordination and concerns regarding a hearing related to Section 18, with specific mention of communication issues involving Rick and Senator Stabenow's office. 2017
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The document from the Office of Congressional & Intergovernmental Relations outlines proposed responses to anticipated questions for the record regarding the nominations of Michael Dourson, Matthew Leopold, David Ross, and William Wehrum to the Environmental Protection Agency during a Senate Committee hearing on October 4, 2017. 2017
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Kaytlin Schimmin
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The email from Christian Palich at the EPA discusses the final PDF version of William Wehrum's opening statement for his nomination hearing, noting that Senator Inhofe will introduce him. 2017
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Christian Palich
2
The Senate Committee on Environment & Public Works held a hearing on the nominations of several individuals to key positions at the EPA and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, during which concerns were raised about political influence on the EPA's Office of Air and Radiation and the need for restrictions on communications with the White House. 2017
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Christian Palich
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The document outlines the response process for questions for the record (QFR) related to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works hearing on the nominations of several individuals to key positions within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. 2017
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Christian Palich
2
The email exchange between EPA officials discusses scheduling availability for meetings with Senate committee members regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Christian Palich
2
The email correspondence involves multiple individuals, including EPA's Troy Lyons and Bracewell LLP's Lisa Jaeger, discussing the nomination of former Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison as NATO ambassador, indicating a significant political development. 2017
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Troy Lyons
2
The email correspondence involves the EPA's Samantha Dravis coordinating a meeting with representatives from Boeing and GE to discuss updates on ICAO fuel efficiency standards. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
2
The email correspondence involves Myra Reece from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control coordinating a kick-off conference call with representatives from the Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation and others regarding an unspecified project. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
4
The email correspondence involves Karen Crawford coordinating a kick-off conference call with representatives from the EPA, DHEC, and the Sierra Club to discuss scheduling options. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
4
Todd Parfitt, Wyoming's Department of Environmental Quality director, threatens to return EPA programs if Congress enacts proposed FY18 budget cuts that would significantly reduce state funding. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
2
The email from Bruce Heine of Magellan Midstream to Kenneth Wagner expresses concerns about the Senate tax reform bill's unfair treatment of Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs) and urges Wagner to have his boss contact Senator Cornyn to advocate for the House version of the bill, emphasizing MLPs' importance to national energy security. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
2
The email correspondence involves representatives from Williams and the EPA discussing their attendance and positive interactions at the ECOS meeting, with plans to meet again in Wyoming. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
2
The document is an email notification regarding a scheduled meeting on November 7, 2017, between Richard Yamada and a representative from the Sierra Club, related to the ongoing litigation "Sierra Club v. EPA" at the EPA Office of Research and Development. 2017
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Richard Yamada
2
The email correspondence between Tim Hutchinson of Greenberg Traurig, LLP and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting regarding the Section 5(e) review process, with Covestro representatives planning to visit Washington, D.C. on September 25 and 26. 2017
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The email correspondence involves Kenneth Wagner from the EPA coordinating a kick-off conference call with various stakeholders, including representatives from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
4
The email exchange involves John Stine from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency coordinating a visit with Kenneth Wagner from the EPA, while also noting the busy schedule due to the Minnesota Legislative Session. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
3
The email from Dave Glatt of the North Dakota Department of Health discusses scheduling a conference call regarding RCRA litigation involving the EPA, with participation from state and federal legal representatives. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
2
The email from Tate Bennett, an intergovernmental liaison at the EPA, provides his contact information to Illinois state representative Kathy Lydon and acknowledges the EPA Inspector General's frequent visits to government representatives, while also expressing enthusiasm for collaboration. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email exchange between Kyle Roskam, Director of Federal Relations for Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker, and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses coordinating a call involving Madison representatives. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from Demond Matthews serves as a reminder for the Small Communities Advisory Subcommittee (SCAS) teleconference scheduled for June 14, 2017, and includes updates and attachments related to the meeting agenda and documents cleared by the Water Workgroup. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from Quinn L. Williams, Chief Legal Counsel at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, provides a conference call number for an upcoming discussion with EPA representatives. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from Shawn Yanity discusses his absence from a Small Communities Advisory Subcommittee teleconference due to being in federal court mediation, and it involves multiple recipients including officials from the EPA and various municipalities. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from Quinn L. Williams of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources discusses coordination with EPA representatives regarding issues related to Vegetation Treatment Areas (VTAs) on livestock facilities. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
Cody Stewart from the Utah Governor's office is requesting Tate Bennett from the EPA to investigate the possibility of state participation in an upcoming meeting in Denver about sensitive air issues in Utah's Uintah Basin, where tribal and industry representatives are expected to attend but no state representatives are currently scheduled. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email exchange between EPA officials and Maine state representatives discusses arranging a call with Dave Ross, the nominee to lead the Office of Water, and obtaining his bio for review by Commissioner Mercer. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email exchange between Levi Bachmeier from the North Dakota government and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses contact information for sugar industry representatives, specifically related to American Crystal Sugar Company and Minn-Dak Farmers Coop. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email from Alan Matheson of the Utah Department of Environmental Quality provides a list of attendees for an upcoming round table meeting related to environmental issues, including various state officials and representatives from industry and government. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email exchange between Troy Lyons of the EPA and Nebraska officials discusses the invitation of Senators Sasse and Fischer to upcoming briefings and a roundtable event. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email correspondence involves U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Special Advisor K. Preston Cory coordinating a meeting with Sara Bresnahan from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives regarding EPA contacts. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Ken Barbic from Western Growers discusses scheduling a meeting for a subset of Western Growers representatives at the EPA during their visit from May 16 to May 18, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence between the EPA's Sydney Hupp and representatives from the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) discusses scheduling a meeting on May 4, 2017, and logistics for the attendees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating a meeting with representatives from Boyden Gray & Associates regarding a visit by Mr. Dave Vender Grien on April 24 and 25, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Jeff Reamy discusses scheduling a meeting for mid-June, accommodating Larry Ziemba's travel plans, and confirming availability amidst potential testimony preparation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Don Ingerson discusses the inability of a representative to attend the Roanoke Cement Energy Star Industrial showcase event and explores the possibility of sending a letter of recognition instead. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 16
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and representatives from the Oklahoma Youth Expo discusses scheduling a visit for the Oklahoma Ag Leadership Encounter group to the EPA in Washington, D.C. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between EPA officials and Ag America representatives discusses the upcoming Ag America Spring National conference scheduled for May 31 - June 2, 2017, in Orlando, FL, with a focus on confirming attendance and sharing agenda details. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence from the EPA's Sydney Hupp discusses a meeting scheduled for April 25, 2017, with the National Turfgrass Federation and mentions attendees including turf scientists and representatives from related organizations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email exchange between EPA officials and Ag America representatives discusses attendance and updates regarding the Ag America Spring National conference scheduled for May 31 - June 2, 2017, in Orlando, FL. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email correspondence involves the EPA's scheduling office coordinating a meeting with representatives from HollyFrontier Corporation and Valero to discuss issues relevant to both companies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp from the EPA and Jeff Reamy from Phillips 66 discusses scheduling a meeting for their bosses before the AFPM Executive Committee meeting in mid-June. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses rescheduling a personal call with Governor Perdue due to his unavailability caused by White House calls regarding an upcoming hearing. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence between EPA officials and representatives from Boyden Gray & Associates discusses a meeting request and the possibility of adding a new attendee, Andrew Varcoe, to the meeting with Ambassador Gray. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling a speaking engagement for a representative from the State Policy Network, including inquiries about inviting ALEC and RGA to participate in the call. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence involves the EPA's scheduling of a meeting on April 28, 2017, between EPA officials and representatives from the Sorghum Producers, facilitated by Joe Bischoff from Cornerstone Government Affairs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Kevin Hern, a congressional candidate, to Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses his campaign progress and requests financial support to meet his fundraising goal for April. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating logistics for a meeting with representatives from Southern Company, specifically confirming entrance details and office location for attendees Tom Fanning and Noel Black. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Cheryl Woodward at the EPA discusses logistical arrangements for a meeting with representatives from Western Growers scheduled for May 16, 2017, including a list of attendees and directions to the EPA building. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling conflicts for a builders meeting in Washington, specifically clarifying participation in the NAHB legislative conference on June 15 and a separate meeting for South Carolina members on June 14. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email correspondence between EPA officials and a representative from the State Policy Network discusses the scheduling and participation of ALEC and RGA in an upcoming conference call related to state policy initiatives. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email correspondence between EPA officials and representatives from Boyden Gray & Associates discusses a meeting request and the possibility of adding a new attendee, Andrew Varcoe, to the meeting with Ambassador Gray. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email correspondence between EPA officials Ryan Jackson and Sydney Hupp and NAFO representative Jane Alonso discusses scheduling a priority meeting at the EPA office on April 5, 2017, with proposed time slots. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp and Gay Ludwick discusses logistical details for a meeting involving EPA officials and representatives from Giuliani Deason Capital Interests scheduled for May 11, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses the agenda for the Vinyl Institute fly-in event scheduled for May 17, 2017, focusing on PVC MACT and the potential speaking engagement of an EPA representative. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing media strategies related to the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) meeting in Nashville, with Liz Bowman coordinating with colleagues and ALEC's Chief Marketing Officer, Bill Meierling. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between EPA officials and Mississippi state representatives discusses logistical arrangements for a farm visit and a meeting agenda related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email from the EPA's Millan Hupp to Mike Neal discusses the upcoming Executive Committee meeting and the RSVP status for participants, indicating a positive response so far. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses a scheduling conflict for a meeting request from Cummins Inc. regarding commercial vehicle manufacturers, indicating that the EPA representatives will not be available on April 19. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Cheryl Woodward at the EPA provides logistical details for a meeting scheduled on May 23, 2017, with representatives from Ford, including directions to the EPA building and security procedures. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email correspondence between EPA officials and representatives from the beef industry discusses a successful event and expresses gratitude for assistance, while also mentioning ongoing collaboration related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Millan Hupp at the EPA discusses recent advocacy efforts for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), highlighting a national televised program on a patient’s plight and the Nevada Congressional Delegation's letter to the NIH urging increased research on the disease. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7