Federal Workshop on PFAS Collaboration

A document detailing a workshop aimed at improving federal understanding and cooperation on PFAS science and policy.

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The email from Albert Kelly of the EPA discusses a meeting scheduled for May 10 with Mayor Frank Cownie regarding the DICO Superfund site, following up on previous discussions with city leadership. 2018
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Albert Kelly
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Elizabeth Wright forwards an email discussing EPA Secretary Scott Pruitt's controversial cleanup plan for a Superfund site in St. Louis, highlighting criticism of his leadership and environmental policies. 2018
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Tate Bennett
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Ronald Tenpas from Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP is inviting Albert Kelly from the EPA to a follow-up meeting on March 1, 2018, to discuss progress and feedback regarding the Superfund Task Force's activities. 2018
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The email from Ronald J. Tenpas of Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP discusses the attendance of stakeholders, including Veronica, Jim Woolford, and Cyndy Mackey, at a Superfund meeting, while inviting Albert Kelly to join if his schedule permits. 2018
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Albert Kelly
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The document outlines the agenda for the Eagle Mine Superfund Site Stakeholder Meeting held by the EPA on April 12, 2018, focusing on updates and discussions regarding the Record of Decision Amendments for Operable Units I and III, as well as community involvement and upcoming work plans. 2018
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Patrick Davis
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The email correspondence between Matt Ellsworth of the American Exploration & Mining Association and Kenneth Wagner of the EPA discusses a recent tour of the Rochester Mine in Nevada and plans for further discussions on mining sector activities and environmental cleanup efforts. 2018
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Kenneth Wagner
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The document is testimony from Chris Wood, President and CEO of Trout Unlimited, presented to the House Natural Resources Committee's Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources, advocating for legislation and funding to facilitate the cleanup of abandoned hardrock mines by non-governmental entities, emphasizing the need for "Good Samaritan" protections for those willing to undertake such efforts. 2018
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Tate Bennett
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The Colorado School of Mines hosted a workshop on April 26, 2018, focusing on identifying liability protections needed to advance Good Samaritan legislation for abandoned mine land cleanup, with participation from various stakeholders including government officials and conservation groups. 2018
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Tate Bennett
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The email correspondence between Stan Dempsey of the Colorado Mining Association and Patrick Davis of the Environmental Protection Agency discusses a recent meeting regarding abandoned mines and superfund topics. 2018
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Patrick Davis
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The Colorado School of Mines, in collaboration with the Mining and Metallurgical Society of America and Trout Unlimited, hosted a summit aimed at identifying necessary liability protections to enhance the cleanup of abandoned mine lands through Good Samaritan legislation. 2018
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Tate Bennett
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Christine Wyman from Bracewell LLP inquires about the participation of non-governmental entities in the upcoming EPA PFAS Summit, indicating that they represent a company that could contribute valuable insights on the issue. 2018
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Aaron Ringel
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Denise A. Bode from Michael Best Strategies is inquiring about the appropriate contacts to facilitate TRC's timely attendance at upcoming regional PFAS meetings. 2018
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Lee Forsgren
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The document contains meeting notes from a February 1, 2018, conference call by a steering committee discussing the evolution of hardrock mining and reclamation in the Rocky Mountain West, focusing on issues such as mine acid drainage, technology for remediation, and recommendations for committee additions, with action items for feedback and scheduling future meetings. 2018
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Albert Kelly
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The email from Tracy Mehan of the AWWA discusses a policy recommendation from the NRWA Regulatory Committee urging the federal government to focus on funding and support for small and rural communities affected by PFAS contamination, rather than imposing fines based on MCLs. 2018
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Lee Forsgren
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The email exchange between Stan Dempsey of the Colorado Mining Association and Patrick Davis of the EPA discusses a follow-up on a meeting regarding abandoned mines and superfund, with Dempsey requesting the name of a colleague who provided a briefing. 2018
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Patrick Davis
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The Colorado School of Mines hosted a meeting focused on identifying liability protections under environmental laws to facilitate the cleanup of abandoned mine lands (AML) through Good Samaritan legislation, involving various stakeholders including government, conservation groups, and industry representatives. 2018
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Byron Brown
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The email from Denise Bode of Michael Best Strategies to Lee Forsgren discusses the attendance of TRC, an environmental consulting firm, at the PFAS National Leadership Summit and requests assistance in securing a spot for them due to their expertise in environmental remediation. 2018
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Lee Forsgren
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The email correspondence between Denise A. Bode of Michael Best Strategies and Lee Forsgren of the Environmental Protection Agency discusses the inclusion criteria for participants in the PFAS National Leadership Summit, indicating that only associations and public officials will be included. 2018
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Lee Forsgren
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The email from the EPA discusses the upcoming PFAS Summit, indicating that attendance is limited to federal partners, states, territories, tribes, and national organizations, while also providing an option for public participation through online streaming. 2018
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Aaron Ringel
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The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott and Senate President Joe Negron toured the St. Lucie River to address blue-green algae issues, revealing a $700,000 funding allocation for Martin County as part of a $3 million grant program aimed at cleanup efforts. 2018
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Michael Abboud
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The email correspondence between Denise A. Bode and Lee Forsgren discusses logistics and potential follow-up meetings related to the PFAS National Leadership Summit, with Forsgren representing the Environmental Protection Agency. 2018
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Lee Forsgren
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Denise Bode from Michael Best Strategies is coordinating attendance for Mark Robbins and Elizabeth Denly from TRC at the PFAS National Leadership Summit, while Lee Forsgren from the EPA discusses potential follow-up meetings related to the summit. 2018
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Lee Forsgren
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The House Rules Committee approved various amendments for debate on the fiscal 2018 omnibus spending bill (HR 3354), including funding increases for BLM Forest Management, Superfund, National Wildlife Refuge System, US Fish and Wildlife Resource Management, USGS Survey, National Park Service, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities, all offset by reductions in other agency accounts. 2018
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Lee Forsgren
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Stan Dempsey of the Colorado Mining Association is requesting the name of a colleague from the EPA who briefed them on abandoned mines and Superfund during a recent meeting. 2018
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Patrick Davis
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The Colorado School of Mines hosted a summit on April 26, 2018, organized by the Mining and Metallurgical Society of America and Trout Unlimited, to discuss Good Samaritan protections aimed at enhancing the cleanup of abandoned mine lands by identifying necessary liability protections and fostering collaboration among stakeholders for pilot projects. 2018
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Byron Brown
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The Colorado School of Mines hosted a summit on April 26, 2018, organized by the Mining and Metallurgical Society of America and Trout Unlimited, to discuss Good Samaritan protections aimed at enhancing the cleanup of abandoned mine lands through stakeholder collaboration and legislative advancement. 2018
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Tate Bennett
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The email from EPA spokesperson Enesta Jones indicates that the agency will respond to a Congressman regarding PFAS issues through the appropriate channels, referencing a statement from Chief of Staff Ryan Jackson. 2018
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Michael Abboud
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The email from Jon Hurdle to Enesta Jones requests confirmation on whether the health limits in the ATSDR report on PFAS are lower than the EPA's guidelines and inquires if the EPA will review its guidelines accordingly. 2018
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The email from Lucy Boyd at CBS News inquires about the Environmental Protection Agency's plans for community engagement sessions regarding PFAS contamination in Michigan, following similar sessions in New Hampshire. 2018
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Michael Abboud
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The email discusses the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) PFAS National Leadership Summit, confirming that attendance is limited to federal partners, states, territories, tribes, and national organizations, while also providing an opportunity for public participation through online streaming. 2018
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Lee Forsgren
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The email from Sarah Kerr, a freelance reporter, inquires with the EPA about concerns regarding weakened enforcement and accountability for polluters at the Gowanus Canal Superfund site under Administrator Pruitt, citing potential impacts on cleanup efforts. 2018
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Rebecca Nagle, a writer for ThinkProgress, is seeking comments from the EPA regarding the Tar Creek Superfund site and is trying to connect with someone in Albert Kelly's office. 2018
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The email from Rebecca Nagle requests comments from the EPA regarding the Tar Creek Superfund site and seeks to speak with someone in Albert Kelly's office. 2018
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The email from the EPA discusses the funding allocation for the Superfund program in FY 2019, highlighting a budget of $1.089 billion to support cleanup efforts of contaminated sites and the importance of maximizing appropriated funds for effective site remediation. 2018
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Kristen Mello, representing Westfield Residents Advocating For Themselves (WRAFT), is requesting additional information about the agenda and accommodations for the National Leadership Summit on PFAS scheduled for May 22-23, 2018, organized by an unspecified agency. 2018
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The email discusses the scheduling of hearings for The National Leadership Summit on PFAS in California and inquiries about media notification and attendance, involving the EPA and a reporter from Capital & Main. 2018
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The email from Molly Block of the EPA discusses the National Leadership Summit on PFAS, clarifying that the first day was open to the press while the second day was intended for government discussions, in response to a request from a reporter regarding a statement on barred journalists. 2018
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The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses the upcoming National Leadership Summit on PFAS issues, emphasizing the agency's commitment to a coordinated federal response involving multiple stakeholders, including DOD and HHS, to address concerns raised by local, state, and Congressional leaders. 2018
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Media Relations, represented by Robert Daguillard, responded to a media inquiry from Colin Jackson of WDET regarding the Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Program, providing background information for an upcoming interview. 2018
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The email from Molly Block of the EPA confirms that PFBS refers to perfluorobutane sulfonic acid, in response to an inquiry from Cheryl Hogue regarding its mention at the PFAS Summit. 2018
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The EPA faced criticism for barring journalists from CNN, the Associated Press, and E&E from attending the National Leadership Summit on PFAS due to claimed space limitations, despite reports of vacant seats. 2018
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The email from Paul Sutton inquires about the attendance of a representative from the National Tooling and Machining Association at the National Leadership Summit on PFAS, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2018
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The email from Jahan Wilcox, an EPA Strategic Communications Advisor, discusses the response to Congressman Kildee's letter regarding PFAS, instructing Jazz Shaw to report on it as "obtained by Hot Air" and to include the letter in his story. 2018
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The email from Melissa Kaplan-Pistiner, a Legislative Fellow, requests a list of attendees from the EPA's PFAS Community Engagement Event in New Hampshire to understand which community groups the agency is engaging with. 2018
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Jordan Dickinson, a Senior Legislative Assistant for Congressman Dan Kildee, requested to be added to the EPA press release distribution list and specifically asked for notifications regarding actions on PFAS. 2018
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The email discusses Atlantic Richfield's petition to the US Supreme Court regarding the Christian v. Atlantic Richfield case, which could significantly impact the EPA's authority under CERCLA and Superfund remedies, with Albert Kelly from the EPA informing Robert Genovese of his departure from the agency. 2018
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Albert Kelly
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The email from Robert Genovese at BP discusses Atlantic Richfield's petition to the US Supreme Court regarding the Christian v. Atlantic Richfield case, highlighting its potential significant implications for Superfund remedies and EPA authority under CERCLA. 2018
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Albert Kelly
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The email from Allison D. Foley to Samantha Dravis and others discusses follow-up actions regarding PCB regulatory reform initiatives proposed by the Utility Solid Waste Activities Group (USWAG) to the EPA, emphasizing the need for amendments to existing regulations to reduce regulatory burdens and improve cleanup project efficiency. 2018
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Brittany Bolen
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The email from Tricia Lynn of the U.S. EPA acknowledges an urgent request from CBS National News regarding a potential interview and facility visit related to high contamination levels in Johnson County, Indiana, which have reportedly caused health issues among children. 2018
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Michael Abboud
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The document is an EPA Weekly Report summarizing Administrator Scott Pruitt's plans to accelerate agency reforms, including speeding up permitting processes and redeveloping Superfund sites for community use. 2018
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The email from Molly Block at the EPA discusses Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler's support for a four-step action plan on PFAS management, emphasizing community engagement and a commitment to an aggressive timeline for the National PFAS Management Plan. 2018
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The email from Enesta Jones of the EPA responds to Peter Chawaga's inquiries regarding the agency's cross-agency efforts to address PFAS, indicating that all questions are answered in their statement and on the website, with no additional information available at that time. 2018
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The email from Albert Kelly, Senior Advisor to the Administrator at the EPA, discusses a letter sent by GE to Administrator Pruitt regarding the cleanup plans for the Housatonic River, reaffirming GE's commitment to a comprehensive cleanup and collaboration with the EPA following a recent decision by the Environmental Appeals Board. 2018
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The email from GE Corporate's Cheryl Gilli informs recipients about a letter sent to EPA Administrator Pruitt, addressing cleanup plans for the Housatonic River following a request from lawmakers and reaffirming GE's commitment to a comprehensive cleanup and collaboration with the EPA. 2018
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The email from Enesta Jones of the EPA discusses the agency's commitment to land revitalization through Superfund cleanups, highlighting successful community repurposing of formerly contaminated sites for various productive uses. 2018
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The email from Jahan Wilcox at the EPA discusses media inquiries regarding interviews with Albert Kelly about Superfund issues, highlighting Scott Pruitt's approach to aggressive cleanups at Superfund sites and the mixed reactions from local communities and critics. 2018
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The email from the EPA discusses the funding for the Superfund program in FY 2019, highlighting an increase to $1.089 billion for cleaning up contaminated sites and supporting local communities, following the Bipartisan Budget Act. 2018
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced plans to host a National Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. to address Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and engage stakeholders in identifying actions to protect public health. 2018
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The email from Robert Daguillard discusses U.S. export laws regarding e-scrap, clarifying that while certain e-scrap may not be classified as hazardous waste under RCRA, it is still subject to specific export requirements and regulations from the Department of Transportation and destination countries. 2018
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The email from Robert Daguillard of the EPA discusses the limited coverage of electronic waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and clarifies that used electronics are not generally exempt from being classified as hazardous waste unless they meet specific criteria. 2018
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The U.S. EPA's Office of Public Affairs, represented by Tricia Lynn, responded to a media inquiry regarding the classification of organic waste from poultry plants under hazardous waste regulations, stating that such waste is generally exempt when returned to the soil as fertilizer. 2018
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Michael Abboud
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The EPA announced a decision to recommend partial excavation of the West Lake Landfill to remove radioactive waste, with a plan expected to take five years to implement, as part of its ongoing efforts to address complex Superfund sites. 2018
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The email from a concerned citizen to Nancy Beck expresses opposition to the release of GMO mosquitoes in Florida, warning of potential contamination and uncontrollable problems. 2018
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The email discusses the EPA's ongoing efforts regarding the West Lake Superfund site, highlighting Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler's commitment to finalizing a Record of Decision amendment by September 2018, which includes responses to public comments and outlines the next steps for remediation. 2018
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The EPA, represented by Enesta Jones, declined a request for an interview regarding uranium mining on the Navajo Nation for a documentary, while providing a link for cleanup information and suggesting the CDC for health-related inquiries. 2018
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The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses the agenda for the PFAS National Leadership Summit and addresses inquiries about press access to the event. 2018
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The EPA, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, announced a National PFAS Management Plan following the National Leadership Summit on PFAS, which includes evaluating maximum contaminant levels for PFOA and PFOS, designating them as hazardous substances, developing groundwater cleanup recommendations, and collaborating on toxicity values for GenX and PFBS. 2018
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The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Jerry Couri from the House Committee on Energy and Commerce discusses identifying a Senate staff member involved with Superfund issues. 2018 1
The email from Tricia Lynn discusses the EPA's progress on remediating and removing Superfund sites from the National Priorities List, confirming that as of January 18, 395 sites have been deleted, and emphasizes the importance of land revitalization and economic benefits from the reuse of these sites. 2018
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The email from Chris Wood of Trout Unlimited to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler, facilitated by Brent Fewell, discusses the potential for collaboration on the cleanup of abandoned mines by Good Samaritans. 2018
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Andrew Wheeler
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The email discusses scheduling a conference call meeting among the ASDWA Executive Committee to discuss ongoing dialogue with the EPA regarding the Lead and Copper Rule and PFAS issues. 2018
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Davidp Ross
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The email from the EPA discusses the agency's response to a request from the New Yorker magazine to interview Albert Kelly about Superfund issues, highlighting Scott Pruitt's approach to aggressive cleanups at Superfund sites and the mixed reactions from both supporters and critics. 2018
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The email correspondence between Lynne Peeples and Enesta Jones of the EPA discusses the agency's emphasis on land revitalization through the repurposing of former Superfund sites for various productive uses, highlighting that no specific type of reuse has been problematic. 2018
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The email from EPA spokesman Jahan Wilcox discusses a press inquiry regarding the enforcement of cleanup responsibilities for the Gowanus superfund site, affirming Administrator Pruitt's commitment to holding polluters accountable. 2018
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The email from Jahan Wilcox discusses statements supporting Albert Kelly's integrity and qualifications for his role at the EPA, in response to a request from the New Yorker magazine for an interview about Superfund. 2018
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The email exchange between Bobby Elliott and Robert Daguillard of the EPA discusses the complexities of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) as it pertains to the export of e-scrap, clarifying that certain e-scrap may be regulated as hazardous waste under U.S. law and outlining the legal requirements for export. 2018
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The email from Robert Daguillard of the EPA discusses hazardous waste exclusions and exemptions related to e-scrap under RCRA, clarifying that while there is no general exclusion, certain e-scrap may not be regulated as hazardous waste under specific conditions. 2018
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Robert Daguillard from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency provided information to journalist Alex Holloway regarding creosote and its contamination in relation to the Kerr-McGee superfund site in Columbus, MS. 2018
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The email exchange between Enesta Jones and Jon Hurdle at the EPA discusses the media access and live-streaming details for the PFAS summit on May 22, 2018, clarifying that while the event is open to the media, it will not be live-streamed. 2018
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The EPA finalized a comprehensive cleanup plan for the Casmalia Resources Superfund Site in Santa Barbara County, California, which will cost approximately $60 million and take five years to complete. 2018
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The document outlines the agenda for a call hosted by the EPA's Office of Research and Development on February 26, 2018, focusing on human health research and regulatory guidance related to PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). 2018
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Richard Yamada
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The document outlines the agenda for a call hosted by the US EPA's Office of Research and Development on February 26, 2018, focusing on human health research and regulatory guidance related to PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). 2018
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Richard Yamada
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The email from Heidi Grether of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality discusses a PFAS article related to an ATSDR report and mentions its potential relevance for an upcoming summit. 2018
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Kenneth Wagner
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The email from Elizabeth Morrisseau of the Michigan Attorney General's Office discusses the upcoming EPA visit to Michigan regarding PFAS and expresses interest in coordinating with the EPA and DEQ, while also offering to introduce a colleague who is the PFAS lead for their office. 2018
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David Ross
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The email correspondence between Peter Wright and Michael Abboud of the EPA discusses a New York Times inquiry regarding Wright's involvement with Superfund sites and his retirement from Dow, with plans to provide further details to the reporter. 2018
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The email exchange between EPA officials discusses how to search the RCRAInfo database for facility identification numbers in response to a media inquiry about hazardous waste program information. 2018
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The email from Robert Genovese of BP discusses the Montana Supreme Court's decision in the Christian v. Atlantic Richfield case, which ruled against Atlantic Richfield and rejected the Department of Justice's views, impacting the cleanup responsibilities at a Superfund site. 2018
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Albert Kelly
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The email from Albert Kelly of the EPA discusses coordinating a response to Angelia Mathias's concerns about potential mining contamination in her Butte home, emphasizing that Douglas Benevento will handle the request. 2018
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Albert Kelly
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Rodney Bartlett, Town Administrator of Peterborough, NH, sent a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt requesting a reevaluation of the South Well Superfund Site to restore its water supply capabilities, emphasizing the importance of New Hampshire Ball Bearing as a key regional employer. 2018
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The email from Albert Kelly, Senior Advisor to the Administrator at the EPA, discusses coordinating a phone conference regarding the Montana Supreme Court's decision in Christian v. Atlantic Richfield, which allows private landowners to pursue their own cleanup remedies at the Anaconda NPL site, potentially conflicting with EPA-directed programs. 2018
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Albert Kelly
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The Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology (MBMG) is coordinating the collection and shipping of water samples from the Berkeley Pit for treatability studies, requiring recipients to have an EPA Hazardous Waste ID number, as part of their monitoring program under EPA and DEQ guidance. 2018
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Albert Kelly
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The email correspondence between Albert Kelly, a Senior Advisor at the EPA, and representatives from ExxonMobil and other organizations discusses their recent meeting and expresses a desire to continue collaboration on environmental cleanup and property restoration efforts. 2018
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The email from Molly Block discusses the EPA's community engagement events regarding PFAS, outlines the roles of Scott Pruitt and Andrew Wheeler in addressing PFAS issues, and mentions the ongoing development of the PFAS Management Plan. 2018
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The letter from GE to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt addresses the cleanup of the Housatonic River, emphasizing GE's commitment to the project while highlighting a disagreement with local lawmakers regarding the disposal of excavated soil and sediment. 2018
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The email from the EPA discusses a press inquiry regarding the perceived weakening of enforcement at the NYC Superfund site, with spokesperson Jahan Wilcox affirming Administrator Pruitt's commitment to holding polluters accountable and cleaning up the Gowanus area. 2018
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The email from Robert Daguillard discusses questions regarding the limited coverage of electronic waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and clarifies that used electronics are not generally exempt from being classified as hazardous waste unless they meet specific criteria. 2018
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The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing the livestreaming and recording of the PFAS summit, with Malini Guha inquiring about access to the full recordings. 2018
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The EPA is taking multiple actions to address PFAS contamination, including evaluating maximum contaminant levels for PFOA and PFOS, proposing their designation as hazardous substances, and developing groundwater cleanup recommendations, as part of a National PFAS Management Plan following the National Leadership Summit on PFAS. 2018
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The EPA Region 10 received a follow-up communication from the River Mile 4-7 Group regarding forensic data on contamination from NW Natural's Gasco site, highlighting significant PAH impacts in the Willamette River and implications for the Portland Harbor Superfund Site remedy. 2018
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The U.S. EPA, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, has prioritized the cleanup of the nation's most contaminated sites, successfully deleting 395 sites from the National Priorities List and documenting various types of reuse for 180 of these sites. 2018
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