Disaster Recovery Funding and Plans

This group contains documents detailing funding and recovery efforts for disaster-affected areas, including plans for flood control and hurricane recovery initiatives.

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The email correspondence involves Megan Towey from CBS News inquiring about Environmental Review filings under NEPA from FEMA, with Amy Graham from the EPA directing her to contact FEMA for further information. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email correspondence between Chevron and the EPA discusses the operational status of Chevron's Gulf of Mexico facilities following Hurricane Harvey, confirming that they were functioning normally and establishing points of contact for further communication. 2017
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3
The email correspondence between Lee Forsgren of the EPA and Jeff Gunnulfsen discusses the status of water issues at Formosa Plastics Corporation in Texas following Hurricane Harvey and mentions the potential for waiver requests related to off-road diesel and butane in gasoline. 2017
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3
The email from Michael Abboud to Michael Bastasch discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Protective Action Guide (PAG) Manual and an accompanying Q&A document related to radiation emergency preparedness, indicating that further information and a quote from a staffer will be provided. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email from Eric Niiler of WIRED requests information from the EPA regarding hurricane debris disposal practices and potential waivers for disposal rules following Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is coordinating with various partners to respond to Hurricane Maria's impact, focusing on environmental and health threats in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with personnel deploying for assessments and support. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email exchange between Maria Pica Karp of Chevron and Lee Forsgren of the EPA discusses the impact of Hurricane Harvey on Chevron's operations and confirms that, aside from some fuel access issues, their operations were largely unaffected while coordinating recovery efforts. 2017
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The email correspondence involves Robert Nolan from ExxonMobil and Lee Forsgren from the EPA discussing coordination and communication regarding the flooding response in Texas and Louisiana, with a meeting planned for further discussions. 2017
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2
The email discusses a potential confrontation between GOP leaders and President Trump regarding the inclusion of disaster aid for Hurricane Harvey in a government funding bill, highlighting Trump's insistence on border wall funding as a condition for his support. 2017
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13 Tier
3
Enesta Jones from the U.S. EPA's Office of Media Relations is responding to Mary Laura Mohammadi's request for confirmation on the accuracy of a five-year-old EPA report regarding Combined Heat and Power (CHP) technology for an article in Butane-Propane News. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email from Enesta Jones of the U.S. EPA's Office of Media Relations discusses the agency's recommended response for citizens during a nuclear emergency, emphasizing the message "Go Inside, Stay Inside, Stay Tuned," in response to a request from freelance reporter Brian Byrne. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email from Kaitlyn Shimmin at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses follow-up responses to questions posed by Andrew Wheeler during a briefing related to a nominee, indicating ongoing communication regarding the nominee's confirmation process. 2017
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Kaytlin Schimmin
1
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce expresses support for Andrew Wheeler's nomination as Deputy Administrator of the EPA, highlighting his relevant experience and urging the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee to expedite his confirmation. 2017
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Kaytlin Schimmin
1
The email from William Wehrum discusses a press inquiry from New York Times reporter Sheila Kaplan regarding his upcoming confirmation hearing and criticisms of his work for regulated industries, indicating a need for a response before a deadline. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
1
The email from William Wehrum to Aaron Ringel discusses the imminent nomination process related to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, with Ringel indicating that confirmation could occur "literally any day." 2017
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Aaron Ringel
1
William Wehrum inquires about the confirmation of a hearing scheduled for the 20th related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
1
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce expresses support for Andrew Wheeler's nomination as Deputy Administrator of the EPA, highlighting his relevant experience and urging the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee to expedite his confirmation. 2017
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Christian Palich
1
The email correspondence involves officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discussing the filing of cloture on the nomination of Bill Wehrum, indicating progress in his confirmation process. 2017
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Christian Palich
1
Troy M. Lyons from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency sent an email wishing good luck to individuals involved in a confirmation hearing, providing a link to watch the event. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The email from Aaron Ringel at the EPA discusses the importance of completing the EPW Committee questionnaire for nominees to expedite the confirmation process for an unnamed nominee. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
Maria Pica Karp of Chevron requests a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for Jeff Shellebarger to discuss regulatory reform and Chevron's presence in the U.S. during his visit on July 26, 2017. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The email from Troy Lyons at the EPA discusses an upcoming confirmation hearing, expressing good wishes for the participants and providing a link to watch it. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the confirmation of a scheduled job for July 3rd, 2017, and requests input from SeVera Wilson regarding the status of the job. 2017
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2 Tier
5
The email exchange between Michael Honeycutt of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses the agency's offer of assistance in response to Hurricane Harvey. 2017
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1
The EPA is actively coordinating with FEMA and other agencies in response to Hurricane Harvey, focusing on pollution assessment and safety measures, while deploying personnel and resources to affected areas in Texas. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ongoing response to Hurricane Maria, detailing their coordination with FEMA and deployment of personnel to assess environmental impacts and health threats in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email from the EPA discusses updates regarding Hurricane Maria's impact, including assessments of hazardous materials and water facilities as of September 22, 2017. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The document is an email from Jiivanii RedMarks discussing a dual input water filter designed for disaster relief, specifically in the context of Hurricane Maria, and includes specifications and contact information for the inventor. 2017
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13 Tier
5
The email from Michael Abboud forwards a CBS News alert regarding concerns about potential flooding in Louisiana due to heavy rains from Hurricane Harvey, highlighting statements from Governor John Bel Edwards about the ongoing threat and emotional responses from residents recalling Hurricane Katrina. 2017
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13 Tier
3
The email from Michael Abboud at the EPA discusses the Protective Action Guide (PAG) Manual and an accompanying Q&A document related to radiation emergency protocols, providing information to Michael Bastasch from the Daily Caller News Foundation. 2017
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13 Tier
3
The document is a legislative analysis from the House of Representatives regarding H.R. 2936, the Resilient Federal Forests Act, which aims to reform federal forest management and establish a wildfire disaster sub-account to address increasing wildfire suppression costs. 2017
13 Tier
5
The document details a meeting of the Western Caucus featuring U.S. Department of Interior Deputy Secretary David Bernhardt discussing various environmental topics, and notes the Senate's confirmation of Brenda Burman as the first female Commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation. 2017
13 Tier
6
The email from Alexandra Dapolito Dunn discusses the finalized dialogue script for a session on cooperative federalism involving the EPA and state officials, highlighting topics such as emergency response collaboration and anticipated comments from specific attendees. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
1
The email from Preston Cory at the EPA offers assistance to Georgia's government in preparation for Hurricane Irma and expresses readiness to coordinate support and communication with Governor Deal. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the transit of loans related to a project involving historic wood paneling, with confirmation from various parties about the details and logistics. 2017
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2 Tier
4
The Congressional Western Caucus, led by Chairman Paul A. Gosar, issued a statement supporting President Trump's review of national monument designations and provided recommendations, emphasizing the need for land policies that align with national economic interests. 2017
13 Tier
4
The email from Michael Dourson discusses the confirmation process for a Senate hearing and expresses gratitude towards Troy and his team for their support during preparation, indicating involvement with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 2017
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1 Tier
5
The email correspondence involves Liz Bowman from the EPA discussing questions regarding William Wehrum's role in the development of the endangerment finding, as raised by journalist Niina Heikkinen, in the context of Wehrum's confirmation process. 2017
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1 Tier
2
The email correspondence involves Liz Bowman from the EPA discussing a financial disclosure report related to William Wehrum, who has a history of service at the agency, with reporter Sean Reilly from E&E News in preparation for a preview story on an upcoming confirmation hearing. 2017
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1 Tier
2
The email correspondence between EPA's Will Lovell and Tawny Bridgeford discusses the details of a speaking engagement for Ms. Dravis, including her speaking time and the event agenda, with confirmation that the event will not be open to the press. 2017
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William Lovell
3
The email correspondence involves Lee Forsgren from the EPA coordinating a call with representatives from BP regarding the flooding situation in Texas and Louisiana, emphasizing the need for logistical arrangements. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
2
The email correspondence involves Lee Forsgren from the EPA coordinating a call with BP representatives Robert Stout and Jim Nolan to discuss the impact of flooding in Texas and Louisiana. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
2
The email correspondence among members of the American Electric Power Cooperative discusses the timing and media strategy for an upcoming visit by EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to the Thomas Hill Energy Center, emphasizing the need to proceed with media announcements following confirmation of the event. 2017
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Tate Bennett
5
The email from Tate Bennett of the EPA discusses Administrator Pruitt's message to EPA staff regarding the agency's coordinated emergency response efforts to support Texas in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, emphasizing collaboration with FEMA and activation of the Emergency Operations Center. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved emergency fuel waivers for Texas and Georgia following Hurricane Harvey, allowing the use of non-road diesel fuel for emergency vehicles and higher volatility gasoline in the Atlanta area until September 15, 2017. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The document is an undeliverable email notification regarding the U.S. Senate's confirmation of David Ross to lead the EPA Water Office, sent from a Marathon Oil email address. 2017
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Tate Bennett
5
The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) discussing the scheduling of a job for July 3rd, 2017, with Wojciech Swierdzewski requesting confirmation by 1 PM to finalize the schedule. 2017
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2 Tier
5
The email exchange between Robert Nolan of ExxonMobil and Lee Forsgren of the EPA discusses coordination and communication regarding the response to flooding in Texas and Louisiana following Hurricane Harvey. 2017
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3
The document discusses the Senate's confirmation of nominees to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the Department of Energy, including the appointment of Kevin McIntyre as chair, while also addressing the advancement of a controversial nominee for the EPA's air office. 2017
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1 Tier
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The American Chemistry Council is requesting the EPA's Office of Land and Emergency Management to suspend the implementation of a 2014 policy memo regarding short-term exposure to trichloroethylene in indoor air due to concerns about its scientific basis and inconsistent application across regions. 2017
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Patrick Davis
2
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, led by Chairman John Barrasso, is requesting follow-up responses from William L. Wehrum regarding his testimony at a hearing on EPA nominations held on October 4, 2017. 2017
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Christian Palich
3
The document discusses the confirmation of numerous Executive Branch nominees by the Senate, highlighting the importance of filling key positions within the administration, as communicated by Senate staff member Don Stewart. 2017
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Troy Lyons
4
The email correspondence discusses the Senate's confirmation process for William L. Wehrum as an Assistant Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and Peter B. Robb as General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board, highlighting the ongoing efforts of the Republican Senate to confirm President Trump's nominees. 2017
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Troy Lyons
4
The email correspondence between EPA officials confirms that a confirmation hearing is scheduled for September 20, 2017, amidst discussions of conflicting reports regarding the date. 2017
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1 Tier
2
The EPA is actively responding to Hurricane Harvey by mobilizing personnel and resources to assess environmental hazards and support local authorities in affected areas, with a focus on safety and coordination with FEMA and state agencies. 2017
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13 Tier
3
The EPA's Enesta Jones clarified in response to a press inquiry that ENTACT study wristbands have not been used for disaster-related monitoring but have been sent to laboratories for method evaluation. 2017
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13 Tier
4
The email discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) involvement in debris management, particularly hazardous materials, in response to Hurricane Maria, and confirms that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is leading the effort in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 2017
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13 Tier
5
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is collaborating with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to manage hazardous debris in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands following Hurricane Maria. 2017
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13 Tier
5
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection requested an extension of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's waiver of blendstock requirements until September 30, 2017, due to fuel supply interruptions caused by Hurricane Harvey and the potential impact of Hurricane Irma. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
2
The email exchange between Aaron Ringel from the EPA and William Wehrum discusses the preparation of draft responses to the Environment and Public Works (EPW) committee regarding Wehrum's confirmation process, including potential conflicts of interest and a timeline for the nomination announcement. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
2
The email exchange between Tricia Lynn of the EPA and Maria Masters discusses a media inquiry regarding indoor mold, with Tricia confirming that Laureen Burton will be the spokesperson for the information. 2017
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13 Tier
8
The email from Justina Fugh at the EPA discusses the preparation of five-day letters related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating that they will need to be updated for a new confirmation hearing date. 2017
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Troy Lyons
2
The email from Lindsey Dickinson discusses the confirmation of numerous Executive Branch nominees by the Senate on August 3, 2017, highlighting the importance of filling critical roles within the administration. 2017
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Troy Lyons
4
The House of Representatives passed the Resilient Federal Forests Act, led by Congressman Bruce Westerman, aimed at improving forest management and addressing wildfire funding issues, with bipartisan support from key congressional leaders. 2017
13 Tier
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The email from Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses ongoing efforts to evaluate emergency exemption requests from North Dakota and Minnesota regarding sugar beet uses, while collaborating with state and Extension Service experts to identify alternative approaches. 2017
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The email from Keith Matthews of Wiley Rein LLP to Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses the submission of a draft application package for the release of genetically modified mosquitoes (0X 513A) and highlights the need for confirmatory data on the active ingredient to support a Section 3 conditional registration. 2017
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2
The email correspondence discusses the Senate's confirmation process for William L. Wehrum as an Assistant Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, highlighting support from Senate leadership. 2017
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Christian Palich
5
The email from Kenneth Wagner of the EPA discusses a draft dialogue for an upcoming ECOS meeting, suggesting the inclusion of examples of collaboration with Texas during Hurricane Harvey to illustrate the benefits of state-federal partnerships. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
3
The email from Kaitlyn Shimmin at the EPA discusses a quote from Governor Bill Walker regarding the appointment of Chris Hladick, with a request for confirmation on the announcement timing. 2017
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Kaitlyn Shimmin
2
The letter from various business organizations urges the Senate Environment & Public Works Committee to expedite the confirmation of four nominees for Assistant Administrators at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ensure it is fully staffed and capable of fulfilling its mission to protect human health and the environment. 2017
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Troy Lyons
3
The email correspondence between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck discusses the scheduling of a meeting with the EPA, with confirmation expected from staff regarding the date. 2017
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2
The email correspondence among EPA officials discusses the confirmation and logistics for a Western Governors' Association breakfast meeting scheduled for February 26, 2017, at U.S. EPA Headquarters. 2017
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Michelle Hale
2
The email correspondence between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Kathy Whitehead from the Utah Governor's Office discusses the confirmation of Administrator Pruitt's attendance at a Washington Nationals game on September 28, 2017. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email correspondence between EPA Associate Administrator Tate Bennett and Georgia officials discusses the EPA's waiver of red-dye diesel requirements to assist Georgia's response to Hurricane Harvey. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The Georgia Office of Governor Nathan Deal issued a statement outlining the state's response to Hurricane Harvey, detailing efforts to assist Texas and measures to protect Georgia's fuel supply. 2017
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Tate Bennett
3
The Georgia Office of Governor Nathan Deal announced the state's response to Hurricane Harvey, detailing efforts to assist Texas with rescue and recovery operations and measures to protect Georgia's fuel supply. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
Gov. Nathan Deal of Georgia announced the state's response to Hurricane Harvey, detailing assistance efforts in Texas and measures taken to safeguard Georgia's fuel supply, including obtaining a fuel waiver from the EPA. 2017
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Michael Abboud
2
The email correspondence between Diane Troutman and Sydney Hupp discusses scheduling a meeting on April 26, 2017, between the EPA Administrator and the CEO of General Motors, with details about attendee information required for confirmation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence involves scheduling a 30-minute meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, coordinated by Sydney Hupp, with participants from the American Academy of Pediatrics seeking logistical details and confirmation of attendees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email correspondence involves the EPA's Sydney Hupp coordinating a meeting with BP America's Chairman John Minge and Administrator Scott Pruitt, primarily as an introductory discussion without specific agenda items. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence between Andrew Wheeler and Sydney Hupp discusses scheduling a speaking engagement for Administrator Pruitt at an event on the 24th, with confirmation of arrangements from the EPA's Office of the Administrator. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence involves Sydney Hupp from the EPA's Office of the Administrator discussing a speaking request for EPA Administrator Pruitt to attend the Wyoming Energy Summit, initiated by Matt J. Micheli, the Republican Party Chairman for Wyoming. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Staci Moore of the University of Texas at Arlington requests confirmation of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's participation as a speaker at the 2017 Oil & Gas Environmental Conference scheduled for November 28-29 in Houston, Texas. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email from Sydney Hupp, Executive Scheduler at the EPA, discusses scheduling a meeting for Robert Kroutil and his colleagues to address national emergency response issues and propose a transition of an EPA asset from the Department of Defense to reduce operational costs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the confirmation of attendance for a roundtable meeting on June 19, 2017, with Administrator Scott Pruitt to engage the utility sector in dialogue about regulatory standards and environmental policies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from A.J. Ferate of the EPA discusses the scheduling of meetings with the Vinyl Institute on May 16 and 17, 2017, and seeks confirmation of the meeting times from Samantha Dravis. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Annette Chapman discusses scheduling a meeting in July 2017 between Administrator Pruitt and Jim Hagedorn, with proposed dates awaiting confirmation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Staci Moore at the University of Texas at Arlington requests confirmation of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's availability to be a keynote speaker at the Oil & Gas Environmental Conference in Houston on November 28 or 29, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email from Matt J. Micheli, a Republican Party Chairman and environmental lawyer, requests that EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt attend the Wyoming Energy Summit, highlighting the significant impact of EPA decisions on Wyoming. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between EPA officials and BP representatives discusses logistical details for an upcoming meeting with Administrator Pruitt, including confirmation of the meeting duration and entry instructions for BP guests. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses arranging thank you calls from Administrator Pruitt to three key advocates who supported his confirmation, as requested by Joseph Lakin from Victory Enterprises. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Tasha Duncan of the Oklahoma Farm Bureau discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt, tentatively set for March 29, 2017, pending final confirmation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between BP executives and EPA officials discusses an upcoming introductory meeting with Administrator Pruitt, where BP's Chairman & President, John Minge, will outline the company's role in the U.S. and invite Pruitt to visit their facilities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Millan Hupp of the EPA discusses the attendee list for a board meeting, seeking confirmation of attendees and addresses for specific individuals to send notes of appreciation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Millan Hupp at the EPA discusses coordinating talking points for the Administrator's upcoming participation in a discussion with Chairman Ryan Quarles, following a phone conversation with Lynley from Ag America. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA and CONSOL Energy discussing the planning of a visit to the Harvey Mine, including a proposed schedule for a roundtable discussion, safety training, and a press conference, in relation to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting with Ryan Jackson from Senator Inhofe's staff to propose a transition of an EPA emergency response asset from the Department of Defense to reduce operational costs for the agency. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Charlotte Sawyer to John Konkus at the EPA discusses a revised biography for Administrator Scott Pruitt, seeking approval to use it on their website following his confirmation by the Senate. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Texas Oil & Gas Association is seeking confirmation from the EPA regarding the Administrator's participation in the upcoming 2017 Lone Star Energy Forum to finalize their agenda. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document discusses the confirmation of Scott Pruitt as the 14th Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and outlines his goals and background. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2