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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the timing and potential confirmation vote for Bill Wehrum's nomination, indicating that it may occur soon depending on Senate attendance and other nominations.
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The email from Morning Consult to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the Senate's approval of a $36.5 billion hurricane relief bill and references the Sierra Club's lawsuit against the EPA.
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The Center for a New American Security announced the election of Frederick O. Terrell, Vice Chairman at Credit Suisse, to its Board of Directors to enhance oversight and strategic direction related to national security and economics.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Texas to assess relief efforts and coordinate with local leaders in response to Hurricane Harvey, emphasizing the agency's commitment to support recovery and address fuel shortages through potential waivers of certain requirements.
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The EPA announced the Senate's confirmation of William Wehrum as the Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation, with Administrator Scott Pruitt expressing support for his role in advancing the agency's environmental agenda.
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The emails from Morning Consult to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discuss various political topics and events, including Obamacare subsidies and Senate confirmations, while referencing the ongoing legal case Sierra Club v. EPA, 1:17-cv-01906.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the House's passage of a flood insurance bill that reauthorizes the National Flood Insurance Program for five years, while also addressing concerns from coastal Republicans about its impact on constituents.
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The email from POLITICO reports that the House of Representatives, led by Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, has postponed votes on a spending bill bundle due to Hurricane Irma, while prioritizing a vote on a Senate-passed fiscal deal that includes disaster aid.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a tentative agreement reached by House Majority Whip Steve Scalise and House Financial Services Chairman Jeb Hensarling on legislation to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program, addressing key concessions and pending details before the program's expiration on December 8, 2017.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a letter from House Financial Services ranking member Maxine Waters and Rep. Cedric Richmond urging opposition to H.R. 2874, a bill that would reauthorize and overhaul the National Flood Insurance Program, claiming it would make flood insurance more expensive and less accessible for Americans.
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt is scheduled to testify before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on January 31, 2018, marking his first appearance before the panel since his confirmation.
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The email from POLITICO Pro Energy discusses the impending impact of Hurricane Harvey on Texas, highlighting the evacuation of oil rigs, potential disruptions to U.S. oil exports, and the implications for FEMA's response and Texas's push for a protective seawall project.
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The EPA is preparing for Hurricane Irma by activating emergency response teams in Regions 2 and 4, while also continuing to address the impacts of Hurricane Harvey, to support local, state, and federal agencies in managing environmental risks associated with the storm.
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved an emergency fuel waiver for Florida, allowing the use of non-road diesel fuel in on-highway vehicles in response to Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, as requested by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
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The EPA has reached a deal with environmental groups to extend the deadline for addressing Texas haze from September 9 to September 30, 2017, due to Hurricane Harvey's impact, while reserving the right to seek further extensions.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved emergency fuel waivers for 38 states and Washington, D.C. due to disruptions caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, allowing for the temporary suspension of certain gasoline requirements to ensure fuel supply.
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Texas to assess relief efforts and coordinate with local leaders in response to Hurricane Harvey, emphasizing the agency's commitment to support affected regions and manage fuel shortages through potential waivers.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the delay of a House Rules Committee hearing on a bill to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program, highlighting concerns about legislative support and the urgency of reauthorization before the program's expiration on December 8, 2017.
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The email discusses a revised deal between House Majority Whip Steve Scalise and House Financial Services Chairman Jeb Hensarling regarding changes to the National Flood Insurance Program, which includes new penalties for homeowners with repeat flooding claims that are less severe than initially proposed.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the Senate's confirmation of William Wehrum as the Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation, with Administrator Scott Pruitt expressing support for his appointment.
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The email from POLITICO reports that the House of Representatives, led by Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, has postponed votes on a spending bill bundle due to Hurricane Irma, while planning to vote on a Senate-passed fiscal deal that includes disaster aid.
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The EPA is preparing for Hurricane Irma by easing gasoline standards and securing toxic waste sites, as stated by EPA Chief Scott Pruitt in a Reuters interview.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the White House's support for the House flood insurance bill H.R. 2874, which aims to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program and reduce legal barriers for private flood insurance providers.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the U.S. government's response to the devastation in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria, highlighting a bipartisan congressional effort to pass aid legislation and the administration's commitment to support recovery efforts, amid controversy over President Trump's comments on the situation.
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EPA Press Office email discussing EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's appearance on the "Powerhouse Politics Podcast" to address Hurricane Irma.
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The email discusses divisions among Republican leaders regarding the revival of tax extenders, particularly energy-related tax breaks, as they negotiate broader tax reform legislation, with input from key figures like House Ways and Means Chairman Kevin Brady and Senator John Thune.
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The email from the EPA Press Office announces Administrator Scott Pruitt's discussion on the agency's response to Hurricane Harvey during a radio interview.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a bipartisan effort by senators to urge leadership to include the Wildfire Disaster Funding Act in an upcoming disaster-relief package to provide stable funding for wildfire suppression and prevention efforts.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses House Republicans' decision to prohibit amendments to a National Flood Insurance Program reauthorization bill, set for consideration before its expiration on December 8, 2017.
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The email discusses the cancellation of a controversial $300 million contract between Puerto Rico's Electric Power Authority and Whitefish Energy following calls from Governor Ricardo Rossello, highlighting ongoing congressional scrutiny and potential delays in power restoration efforts post-hurricane.
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The EPA's Samantha Dravis shared a POLITICO article detailing how Puerto Rico's electric utility, PREPA, ignored legal advice when contracting with Whitefish Energy post-Hurricane Maria, leading to a $300 million contract cancellation and ongoing investigations by Governor Ricardo Rossello.
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The email discusses the Senate's expected confirmation of William Wehrum as the head of the EPA's air office, highlighting the controversial nature of his appointment and the pressure on EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to testify before Congress regarding oversight hearings.
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The email discusses the White House's request for an additional $4.9 billion in emergency hurricane aid to support Puerto Rico's finances, as part of a larger recovery package being reviewed by the House Appropriations Committee.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses President Trump's positive assessment of the federal government's response to the hurricane devastation in Puerto Rico, where he rated the efforts a "10" during a press conference with Puerto Rico's Governor Ricardo Rossello.
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The EPA is preparing for Hurricane Irma by easing gasoline standards and securing toxic waste sites, as stated by its chief in a Reuters interview.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses President Trump's planned visit to Texas in response to Hurricane Harvey, highlighting concerns about the timing and potential impact on relief efforts, as well as various political topics, and is addressed to Ryan Jackson at the EPA.
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The email discusses the ongoing process of reauthorizing the FAA, highlighting Senate Commerce Chairman John Thune's plans for a markup in June and the challenges posed by other legislative priorities, as reported by POLITICO's Morning Transportation.
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2017 |
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The email discusses the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee's vetting of nominees for the Department of Energy and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, highlighting the importance of swift confirmation for Deputy Energy Secretary candidate Dan Brouillette and FERC nominees Neil Chatterjee and Rob Powelson to restore the agency's quorum.
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2017 |
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The email from POLITICO Pro Energy discusses the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee's vetting of nominees for the Department of Energy and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, highlighting the importance of quick confirmation for Deputy Energy Secretary candidate Dan Brouillette and FERC nominees Neil Chatterjee and Rob Powelson.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from May 26, 2017, discusses various environmental issues including the slow adoption of smart water meters by utilities, budget cuts to farm conservation programs under the Trump administration, improvements in honeybee colony health, the EPA's opposition to a Supreme Court review of emissions rules, and efforts to change wildfire funding.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses ongoing efforts by Rep. Sam Graves and House Transportation Chairman Bill Shuster to revamp the FAA's air traffic control functions, highlighting the need to address general aviation concerns regarding user fees and board representation in the proposed new structure.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's upcoming confirmation hearing on November 8, 2017, for Kathleen Hartnett White's nomination to lead the White House Council on Environmental Quality and Andrew Wheeler's nomination as EPA deputy administrator.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from POLITICO discusses Hurricane Harvey's impact on Texas, highlighting the federal government's response, including President Trump's disaster declaration and commitment to emergency aid, as reported by the EPA's Ryan Jackson.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses a House Natural Resources Committee hearing revealing that Puerto Rico's electric utility, PREPA, ignored legal advice when contracting Whitefish Energy for hurricane recovery, leading to the contract's cancellation and ongoing investigations by the Puerto Rican government.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the postponement of a House Oversight hearing originally scheduled for Wednesday, following Chairman Jason Chaffetz's conversation with former FBI Director James Comey, who wishes to consult with Special Counsel before testifying.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the progress of the House FAA bill (H.R. 2997) led by House Transportation Chairman Bill Shuster, highlighting party-line support, opposition from Rep. Todd Rokita, and upcoming Senate markup, as reported by POLITICO's Morning Transportation.
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2017 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA informs about the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's upcoming confirmation hearing on November 8 for Kathleen Hartnett White's nomination to lead the White House Council on Environmental Quality and Andrew Wheeler's nomination as EPA deputy administrator.
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The email discusses the recent passage of a debt ceiling and hurricane aid deal by the House, highlighting the implications for future debt votes and the potential impact on the Treasury's borrowing capacity, as reported by Bloomberg BNA.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the ongoing negotiations and developments regarding the FAA bill in Congress, highlighting the efforts of House Transportation Chairman Bill Shuster and the concerns expressed by Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao about general aviation groups being misinformed.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses Hurricane Irma in a podcast, as referenced in an email from the EPA Press Office.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from POLITICO informs Ryan Jackson at the EPA about the House passing a disaster aid package exceeding $15 billion for Hurricane Harvey victims, which also includes a debt ceiling increase and government funding for three months, with President Trump expected to sign it.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA is preparing for Hurricane Irma by securing toxic waste sites and easing gasoline standards to ensure fuel supply, as stated by EPA Chief Scott Pruitt in a Reuters interview.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses House Science Chairman Lamar Smith defending the EPA against allegations of attempting to control the testimony of scientist Deborah Swackhamer, amid calls from Democrats for an investigation into the matter.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Senate Democrats, led by Maria Cantwell, requested an investigation by the Interior Department's inspector general into the reassignment of senior executive staff by Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke, arguing it may constitute mismanagement and political interference.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA initiated the hiring process for Michael Dourson as a senior adviser before his confirmation hearing, according to documents obtained by POLITICO.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from POLITICO informs Ryan Jackson of the EPA about President Trump's upcoming visit to Texas in response to Hurricane Harvey, highlighting coordination with state and local officials.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses Rep. Bob Goodlatte's announcement that he will not seek reelection in 2018, highlighting his role as chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the nomination of Rich Glick and Kevin McIntyre to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) by the White House, highlighting the urgency for Senate confirmation to resolve FERC's lack of quorum affecting major energy decisions.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the ongoing efforts by House Transportation Chairman Bill Shuster to secure votes for the FAA bill H.R. 2997 before the August recess, while also noting skepticism from Rep. Rick Larsen regarding the bill's support and the potential delay of Senate bill S. 1405.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA has rescheduled its scientific integrity meeting to include more industry representatives after complaints from House Science Chairman Lamar Smith about the initial guest list being predominantly composed of environmentalists and watchdog groups.
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2017 |
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The email discusses the House Republicans' efforts to advance Transportation Chairman Bill Shuster's plan to transfer air traffic control operations from the FAA, highlighting the political dynamics influenced by President Trump's support and raising concerns about the propriety of FAA and DOT officials promoting the bill.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the nomination of Kevin McIntyre as FERC chairman by the Trump administration, highlighting the urgency for the Senate to confirm him and other nominees to restore the commission's quorum and functionality.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the divisions in Congress regarding House Transportation Committee Chairman Bill Shuster's proposal to separate the air traffic control system from the FAA, highlighting Rep. Sam Graves' controversial support for the bill and the backlash from the general aviation community.
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The email from POLITICO informs Ryan Jackson at the EPA about the Senate Judiciary Committee's upcoming confirmation hearing for Christopher Wray as FBI director, scheduled for July 12, 2017, which will address the FBI's investigation into Russian election interference and Wray's independence from President Trump.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses Senator Lisa Murkowski's efforts to expedite the confirmation of President Trump's two nominees for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) before the Senate recess.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's budget is set to be trimmed but will avoid the significant cuts proposed by President Trump, while also addressing concerns about the impact of planned program cuts on post-Hurricane Irma rebuilding efforts.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's October 12, 2017 Daily Environment Report discusses the House's expedited passage of a $36.5 billion disaster aid package for hurricane and wildfire relief, ongoing legal challenges to the Clean Power Plan, and the agency's efforts to improve oversight of state actions.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the confirmation of Republican nominees Neil Chatterjee and Rob Powelson to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), restoring its quorum and allowing the agency to resume processing stalled energy infrastructure projects, which could create over 23,000 jobs but raises concerns among environmental advocates.
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The email from POLITICO reports that House Natural Resources Chairman Rob Bishop announced his intention to seek one final term in the 2018 election, as confirmed by a committee spokeswoman.
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The email discusses a planned meeting between Congressional leaders and President Trump to address government funding, the debt limit, and hurricane relief efforts, highlighting the urgency for legislative action in September.
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2017 |
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The email from POLITICO informs Ryan Jackson of the EPA about Rep. Lamar Smith's announcement that he will not seek reelection to the House in 2018, following his term as chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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An EPA memo from chief of staff Ryan Jackson identifies eight new political appointees at the agency, including Erik Baptist as senior deputy general counsel, while noting the need for future appointments requiring Senate confirmation.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses House Natural Resources Chairman Rob Bishop's comments on the Sportsmen's Heritage and Recreational Enhancement Act, emphasizing his belief that removing gun silencer provisions would be "silly," despite concerns following the Las Vegas shooting, as reported by POLITICO.
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The email discusses the potential allocation of emergency funds by Congress to aid in the rebuilding of Houston following Hurricane Harvey, highlighting the challenges of passing such legislation amidst other pressing deadlines.
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2017 |
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The email discusses Environment and Public Works Chairman John Barrasso's intention to reschedule a vote on several nominees for the EPA and other agencies, which was postponed due to a request for additional information from a committee member.
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2017 |
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The email discusses the Senate's confirmation of various Department of Transportation (DOT) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) nominees, including David Pekoske as TSA administrator, and notes the upcoming recess for lawmakers.
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2017 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Senate's confirmation of three nominees for the Department of Energy, including Paul Dabbar and Mark Menezes as undersecretaries and Steven Winberg as assistant secretary for fossil energy.
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2017 |
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The email discusses President Trump's planned visit to Texas to survey the damage from Hurricane Harvey and the potential for Congress to pass emergency funding to assist with recovery efforts, as reported in the POLITICO Playbook.
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2017 |
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The email discusses House Natural Resources Chairman Rob Bishop defending Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's pressure on Alaska senators regarding energy issues, amidst calls for an investigation by Democrats.
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The email discusses the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) facing a backlog of cases following the Senate's confirmation of two new commissioners, Neil Chatterjee and Rob Powelson, and the potential for increased activity despite the typical August slowdown in Washington.
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2017 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the confirmation of Kevin Hassett as chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, highlighting a rare moment of bipartisanship in Washington and its implications for economic policy.
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2017 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Trump administration's request for $7.85 billion in emergency funding for Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts, highlighting the urgency for Congress to act quickly to raise the debt limit.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the federal government's response to the devastation in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria, highlighting a bipartisan congressional delegation led by Speaker Paul Ryan and FEMA's commitment to aid, amidst controversy over President Trump's comments on disaster relief.
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2017 |
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The email discusses the nomination of Rich Glick and Kevin McIntyre to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) by the White House, highlighting the urgency for Senate confirmation to restore the agency's quorum and enable decision-making on critical energy issues.
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2017 |
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The email discusses a POLITICO Playbook summary highlighting the investigation into U.S. Ambassador to New Zealand Scott Brown for inappropriate comments made during a trip to Samoa, as well as mentioning the Trump administration's plans for a third disaster relief bill offset by spending cuts.
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2017 |
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The email from POLITICO Pro Energy discusses the dire situation in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria, highlighting President Trump's controversial tweets about the federal response and the challenges faced by relief officials, as reported to EPA employee Ryan Jackson.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved emergency fuel waivers for 38 states and Washington, D.C. due to fuel supply disruptions caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, allowing for relaxed gasoline requirements through mid-September.
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The email from The Washington Post to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the U.S. military's amphibious relief efforts in the Caribbean in response to Hurricane Irma, highlighting President Trump's support for the Coast Guard amidst previous budget cut concerns.
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The email from Anna Palmer, Jake Sherman, and Daniel Lippman to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the impact of Hurricane Irma making landfall in Florida, detailing severe weather conditions and power outages.
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The email discusses the confirmation of Republican nominees Neil Chatterjee and Rob Powelson to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), restoring its quorum and allowing the agency to address a backlog of energy infrastructure projects that had been stalled for months.
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2017 |
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The EPA's Ryan Jackson shared a Politico article detailing how Senate Energy Committee leaders Lisa Murkowski and Maria Cantwell are advocating for the implementation of weather-resilient distributed energy systems to rebuild power grids in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands following hurricanes Irma and Maria.
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The email discusses various challenges and developments within the EPA, including Republican efforts to overhaul the IRIS program, the rejection of an Inspector General's call for a review of risk screening tools, the agency's response to Hurricane Irma amidst budget cuts, and the House panel's consideration of amendments affecting EPA funding and authority.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Senator Jim Inhofe is holding up the nomination of Democratic FERC nominee Richard Glick until a deal is reached to advance President Trump's EPA nominees, indicating concerns about the confirmation process.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Thad Cochran's return to the Senate after medical leave, highlighting its potential impact on the upcoming budget resolution.
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from September 5, 2017, discusses various environmental topics including the nomination of individuals to key positions in the Trump administration, potential delays in the confirmation of the EPA's Office of Water leader, and reviews of environmental policies in response to recent flooding events.
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The email discusses the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) recent confirmation of two nominees, Neil Chatterjee and Rob Powelson, and the agency's urgent need to address its backlog of cases during the typically slow month of August 2017.
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The email discusses the confirmation hearing of FERC nominees Kevin McIntyre and Rich Glick, who affirmed states' authority to establish renewable portfolio standards, while also highlighting ongoing legal challenges to state energy programs in New York and Illinois.
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The email from POLITICO reports that the Senate passed a fiscal package to temporarily lift the debt ceiling and fund the government while providing emergency aid for Hurricane Harvey victims, following a deal between President Trump and congressional leaders.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA reports on the Senate's confirmation of Christopher Wray as FBI director, succeeding James Comey.
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The email from POLITICO discusses a major earthquake in Mexico, reported as the largest in a century, resulting in casualties and significant damage, while also mentioning ongoing natural disasters in the U.S. and legislative actions related to government funding.
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