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The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing the submission of comments related to regulatory reform under Executive Order 13777, with a request for additional time to review materials. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Larry Schafer of Playmaker Strategies to EPA officials discusses a request for a meeting on May 23, 2017, to discuss the 2018 Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) proposal with leaders from the biodiesel industry. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Kevin J. Avery of ConocoPhillips to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a productive meeting regarding Small Remote Incinerators and mentions the assembly of technical and legal materials, as well as an inquiry about submitting a resume for a regional director position following Administrator Pruitt's meeting with API executives. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Jennifer Kaufmann discusses concerns from industry representatives regarding the implementation of a rule related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, seeking guidance and assistance in addressing these issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Robert Helminiak of the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates invites Samantha Dravis from the EPA to speak at a meeting of the Environment Committee focused on EPA policy issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The letter from the America Home Furnishings Alliance to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses concern over the potential adverse effects of the Formaldehyde Emissions Standards for Composite Wood Products Final Rule, highlighting the need for revised implementation dates to alleviate regulatory burdens on the industry. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Khary Cauthen of the API discusses the attendance of Administrator Pruitt at an API Board meeting on March 22, 2017, including considerations regarding ethics and meal acceptance. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying agency actions that potentially burden the development of domestic energy resources, in response to Executive Order 13783, highlighting the Trump Administration's approach to energy dominance. 2017 OS201700602 5
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Beau Greenwood of CropLife America discusses scheduling a follow-up conversation regarding ongoing collaboration and issues addressed during a recent meeting with Administrator Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between EPA officials and Jay Vroom, CEO of CropLife America, discusses scheduling a call to highlight the EPA's efforts for farmers following an interview featured in Agri-Pulse. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from David Schwietert to EPA officials discusses an article highlighting the impact of government policy on U.S. auto sales and growth, particularly in relation to fuel efficiency standards and rising vehicle prices. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email from Victoria Barnes of General Motors to EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting to address the fuel economy mid-term review and the harmonization of EPA and NHTSA fuel economy standards. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Andy Ehrlich to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and Darling Ingredients Inc.'s interests in renewable diesel, scheduled for May 15 or 16, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The Bureau of Land Management's James Tichenor sent a VF briefing memo to Timothy Spisak and other colleagues on May 11, 2017, for review and feedback. 2017 57
The email from Robert Helminiak of the Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA) expresses gratitude to Samantha Dravis of the EPA for a productive meeting regarding the specialty chemical industry's concerns and their desire to collaborate with the agency. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is coordinating a team to revise Greater Sage-grouse Implementation Memos (IMs) and assess the potential burdens of related actions, as discussed in a recent meeting. 2017 10
The Bureau of Land Management is coordinating the internal review and clearance process for a response related to document 3349, as discussed in emails among staff members including Timothy Spisak and Shelley McGinnis. 2017 11
The Bureau of Land Management is coordinating on procedural guidance related to the rescission of the Hydraulic Fracturing Rule and Waste Prevention revisions as part of Executive Order 13783, with Shelley McGinnis leading the effort. 2017 55
The Bureau of Land Management is coordinating efforts to complete information related to the rescission of the Hydraulic Fracturing (HF) Rule as part of the implementation of Executive Order 13783 on promoting energy independence and economic growth. 2017 13
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is coordinating efforts to complete procedural guidance related to the rescission of the Hydraulic Fracturing (HF) Rule and revisions to Waste Prevention, as discussed in emails among staff members. 2017 11
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is forwarding procedural guidance related to Section 2 of Executive Order 13783, which focuses on promoting energy independence and economic growth. 2017 9
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is requesting specific write-ups from agency directors on their top 10 priorities, with a deadline for submission set for July 25 at noon. 2017 68
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a change in her RSVP for the Capitol File Cocktail Reception, replacing her plus one from Andrea Coronado to Sarah Greenwalt. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Salo Zelermyer of Valero Energy Corporation discusses scheduling a meeting to catch up amidst a busy day of meetings, related to the ongoing litigation of Sierra Club v. EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting for Jerry Jung to work on ethanol RIN policy issues with Administrator Pruitt's staff, specifically with Samantha Dravis or Scott Wagner. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating a brief meeting between Samantha Dravis and Pete Regan from the Domestic Energy Producers Alliance to discuss an attached memo before Regan's departure. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email from Tracy Mehan of the American Water Works Association to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the possibility of arranging a meeting between AWWA leadership and the EPA Administrator to discuss water infrastructure investments and support for initiatives like WIFIA and SRFs. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Edward Hild at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney to Samantha Dravis at the EPA requests a meeting to discuss the agency's approach to Senate language in the FY 2017 Omnibus Appropriations bill regarding potential exemptions for certain ocean shipping vessels from mandatory fuel standards. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses a request from Larry Schafer regarding Administrator Pruitt's participation in a Discovery Channel documentary about the biodiesel industry, highlighting its environmental and economic significance. 2017 HQ2017008402 8
The email from Blake Barfield of the HollyFrontier Companies to Samantha Dravis and Kenneth Wagner at the EPA discusses a follow-up conversation regarding proposed reforms to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and suggests a meeting with the General Counsel. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Marie Sanderson to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting between the EPA Administrator and BMW's Global Chairman and CEO, Harald Kruger, on March 14, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Dana O'Brien to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a follow-up on food and agriculture issues relevant to American farmers and consumers, referencing an attached document outlining BIO's related concerns. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Pete Sheffield of Enbridge and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses scheduling an in-person meeting to discuss pipeline permitting opportunities following a recent roundtable with the Administrator. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Adam J. White to Ryan Jackson and Samantha Dravis at the EPA recommends a meeting with Oren Cass of the Manhattan Institute to discuss his insights on climate policy and the importance of analyzing emissions forecasting baselines as Administrator Pruitt develops his team approach. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Jonathon Lehman discusses coordinating a meeting between EPA Administrator Pruitt and members of the American Coalition for Ethanol during their annual fly-in in Washington, D.C. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Lauren Freeman to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt requests the publication of a final rule extending interim electronic reporting provisions for electric generating units under the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards before the April 16, 2017 deadline to prevent regulatory burdens. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Jay Vroom to EPA officials Samantha Dravis and Sarah Greenwalt discusses an interview highlighting the EPA's efforts for farmers, as featured in an Agri-Pulse update. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA connects Michael Birsic from Marathon Petroleum with Samantha Dravis to discuss fuel logistics and RIN value flow charts, indicating a collaboration between the agency and the company. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying regulatory burdens on domestic energy production and announced the establishment of an Executive Committee for Expedited Permitting to support the Trump Administration's energy dominance agenda. 2017 OS201700602 18
The Ute Indian Tribe is supporting the federal government's lawsuit against the unrecognized Uintah Valley Shoshone Tribe of Affiliated Ute Citizens for illegally selling hunting and fishing licenses on the Ute Tribe's reservation in Utah. 2017 OS201700602 9
The National Marine Fisheries Service and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers urged the Ninth Circuit to overturn a lower court ruling that mandated increased water spill at dams on the Columbia and Snake rivers to protect threatened salmon and steelhead, arguing it imposed unnecessary operational changes and economic harm. 2017 OS201700602 3
The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management rescinded Obama-era guidance on considering climate change and greenhouse gas emissions for energy project approvals, as reported in a daily update for Cabinet Affairs on October 26, 2017. 2017 OS201700602 30
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is coordinating engagement with the Energy Liaisons Group, as indicated in an email exchange among agency officials on December 14, 2017. 2017 OS201700602 4
The email from Edward Hild to Samantha Dravis at the EPA requests clarification on the agency's involvement in state permitting for natural gas pipelines and seeks to arrange a meeting regarding the North American Emission Control Area for Marine Vessels. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Christopher Tampio of the American Dental Association and Robin Kime of the EPA discusses rescheduling a meeting with Dr. Crowley and the ADA due to a conflict with Secretary Price's schedule. 2017 HQ2017008402 8
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) email outlines daily news clips related to significant issues affecting Native American communities, including legal challenges to the Indian Child Welfare Act and discussions on the reduction of Bears Ears National Monument. 2017 OS201700602 3
The email correspondence between Karen Mouritsen of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Stephen Wackowski of the Department of the Interior discusses the preparation of talking points and the press release process for the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPR-A) oil and gas lease sale. 2017 OS201700602 3
The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying regulatory burdens on domestic energy production in response to Executive Order 13783, emphasizing the Trump Administration's commitment to energy dominance while balancing economic growth and environmental protection. 2017 OS201700602 4
The email correspondence between Robert Helminiak of SOCMA and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses an invitation for Dravis to speak at a meeting of SOCMA's Environment Committee focused on EPA policy issues, with a suggestion to recommend another EPA representative if she is unavailable. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has drafted a communications plan for the December 2017 oil and gas lease sale in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska, focusing on informing the public and industry about the sale process and utilizing livestreaming for bid openings. 2017 OS201700602 3
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management announced a December 2017 oil and gas lease sale in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska, which will be the first to offer all available tracts for lease, aligning with the Administration's energy dominance goals. 2017 OS201700602 2
The email from the EPA discusses the scheduling of a meeting on March 29, 2017, between EPA representatives and the Montana Stock Growers Association to address issues related to water and endangered species affecting ranching in the West. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between EPA's Robin Kime and EEI's Quin Shea discusses scheduling a meeting on April 13, 2017, with attendees from various energy companies following up on an EEI Board Meeting. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying regulations that hinder domestic energy production, in line with Executive Order 13783, emphasizing the Trump Administration's commitment to energy dominance while balancing economic growth and environmental protection. 2017 OS201700602 9
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a public notice regarding a proposed Consent Order with Eramet Marietta Inc. to resolve air pollution violations, requiring the company to submit a ventilation plan and pay a $10,000 penalty by June 30, 2018. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
Eramet Marietta Inc. requests the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's approval to use EPA Test Method 9 instead of ASTM D7520-16 for opacity observations at its ferroalloy production facility in Marietta, Ohio, to comply with the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants. 2017 HQ2017008402 10
The document is an email from Katharine MacGregor of the Department of the Interior discussing the publication of an energy burdens report and seeking confirmation on the accuracy of answers related to Secretarial Order 3349 and Executive Order 13783 for the Secretary's House Budget QFRs. 2017 OS201700602 3
The Department of the Interior, led by Secretary Ryan Zinke, announced a comprehensive overhaul of federal energy policies and environmental protections aimed at streamlining domestic energy production, in response to President Trump's Executive Order 13783. 2017 OS201700602 5
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting on May 9th to review logistics and provide a fuels briefing related to RIN and RIN value flow, with participation from Marathon Petroleum's VP of Environment, Safety, and Corporate Affairs. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email discusses the proofreading and potential revisions of a press release regarding the Department of the Interior's release of the Energy Burdens Report. 2017 OS201700602 4
The email from Jason Funes of the Department of the Interior discusses preparations for the U.S. Gas Infrastructure Exports Initiative event, including agenda details and coordination among staff members. 2017 OS201700602 41
The Bureau of Land Management is briefing the Secretary of the Interior on the implementation of Secretarial Order 3349, which reviews agency actions to promote energy independence and reexamines mitigation policies to balance conservation with job creation. 2017 OS201700602 4
The Bureau of Land Management's memorandum outlines its response to Secretary's Order 3349, detailing actions to rescind certain regulations and review existing rules related to oil and gas development in alignment with the Executive Order promoting energy independence. 2017 OS201700602 8
The document consists of emails from Richard Cardinale at the Department of the Interior discussing edits and formatting for a memo regarding the response to SO 3349, with instructions for the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) to follow a specific format used by BOEM. 2017 OS201700602 3
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) submitted a response to Secretarial Order 3349, which was positively reviewed by DOI officials who requested revisions and encouraged other bureaus to adopt BOEM's effective format. 2017 OS201700602 3
The Bureau of Land Management is responding to Secretary's Order 3349 by proposing to rescind a hydraulic fracturing rule and reviewing another rule related to waste prevention and resource conservation, as directed by the Department of the Interior to align with the President's Executive Order promoting energy independence. 2017 OS201700602 22
The email from Jeff Sadosky to Samantha Dravis expresses appreciation for a recent meeting regarding the golf industry and mentions a potential collaboration with Senator Portman's office on the Regulatory Accountability Act, highlighting a positive shift in the EPA's reception compared to previous years. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The Bureau of Land Management finalized and signed a memo in response to Section 5 (c) of Secretarial Order 3349, with Mike Nedd's signature obtained before delivery to Katharine Macgregor for her signature. 2017 OS201700602 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is providing a memorandum to the Secretary regarding the implementation of Secretary's Order 3349, detailing actions related to mitigation and climate change as part of the agency's ongoing efforts to manage land use impacts. 2017 OS201700602 10
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) submitted a final memo to the Deputy Secretary responding to Secretarial Order 3349, detailing actions that may burden the development of domestic energy resources, particularly in oil, natural gas, coal, and nuclear sectors. 2017 OS201700602 13
The Bureau of Land Management's memorandum outlines its response to Secretary's Order 3349, detailing actions to rescind regulations on hydraulic fracturing and review waste prevention rules to align with the Trump administration's energy independence policies. 2017 OS201700602 5
The email from Craig Montesano of the American Waterways Operators discusses concerns about the EPA's slow response regarding the Puget Sound No Discharge Zone, urging action to prevent potential negative outcomes in the ongoing regulatory process. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting between Administrator Pruitt and uranium producers before a July 15th deadline, with flexibility on the meeting location. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Jason Goldberg at the Fish and Wildlife Service discusses the Department of the Interior's review of Executive Order 13783, which assesses actions that may burden domestic energy production, noting that the final report provides guidance for the FWS but lacks specific climate change-related policies. 2017 52
The email from Charisa Morris at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discusses the urgent compilation of a Mitigation/Climate Change policy due by the end of the day, indicating that various agencies, including the National Park Service, are involved in the response process. 2017 4
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is coordinating input for a report to the Office of Management and Budget in response to Executive Order 13783 on energy independence, with a deadline for submissions set for the end of the day. 2017 8
The email from Thomas Irwin at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discusses an overview presentation on the agency's operations and priorities, including a focus on migratory bird conservation and the impact of new administration policies. 2017 12
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is coordinating the revision and expedited submission of comments and a disposition paper related to the Department's regulatory reform notice, incorporating edits requested by various team members. 2017 40
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is coordinating a compilation of input on a Mitigation/Climate Change policy due by the end of the day on March 30, 2017, with contributions requested from various departments. 2017 15
The email from Chip Murphy of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service discusses the distribution of documents related to a program update for the Division of Safety and Health. 2017 1
The Bureau of Reclamation's email outlines its role as a major producer of hydroelectric power in the U.S. and details its efforts to facilitate non-Federal hydropower development through resource assessments and improvements to the lease of power privilege process. 2017 OS201700602 10
The email from Andrea Hart discusses the follow-up on a roundtable regarding NESHAP alternative testing methods, highlighting Eramet Marietta's efforts to secure a compliance extension from the EPA for ferroalloy production regulations, facilitated by new personnel in the agency. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The U.S. Department of the Interior released the "Review of the Department of the Interior Actions that Potentially Burden Domestic Energy" report, identifying regulatory burdens on domestic energy development in response to Executive Order 13783. 2017 OS201700602 51
The U.S. Department of the Interior released a report identifying regulations that burden domestic energy production in response to Executive Order 13783, emphasizing a balanced approach to energy development and environmental protection. 2017 OS201700602 4
The Society of Independent Gasoline Marketers of America and the National Association of Convenience Stores support the EPA's proposed denial of petitions to change the point of obligation under the Renewable Fuel Standard program, emphasizing that such a change would disrupt the program and increase consumer prices. 2017 HQ2017008402 50
The email correspondence from the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses preparations for a call regarding a December speech related to the U.S. Gas Infrastructure Exports Initiative event. 2017 OS201700602 6
The email from Jerry Jung to Samantha Dravis discusses a request from the EPA Administrator for Jung to work on Renewable Identification Number (RIN) policy and seeks to schedule a phone conversation to discuss it further. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Tracy Mehan of the American Water Works Association discusses upcoming panels at the ACE conference on June 13, focusing on infrastructure finance issues in the water sector, including funding strategies and public-private partnerships. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email from Brittany Bolen of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency thanks Blair Larkins for a recent meeting and introduces her colleagues who handle Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) is revising a regulatory review memo to address concerns and incorporate feedback, with plans to finalize it for submission. 2017 OS201700602 1
The email from Katharine MacGregor of the Department of the Interior discusses obtaining copies of regulatory memos related to the Energy Independence Executive Order/Secretarial Order for review and evaluation. 2017 OS201700602 3
The document details a communication between Richard Cardinale from the Department of the Interior and Margaret Schneider from the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement regarding the collection of memos and reports related to Secretary's Order 3349 on American Energy Independence and its associated deliverables. 2017 OS201700602 6
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Brad Viator of the Edison Electric Institute discusses a recent meeting and plans to reconnect, indicating ongoing collaboration between the agency and the organization. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses scheduling a meeting between EPA staff and Swift Fuels' Chairman Rob Broin and CEO Chris D'Acosta during their visit to Washington D.C. on June 6-8, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing the approval for a partial release of its response related to the Waste Prevention Rule litigation, as indicated in a forwarded email chain involving multiple officials. 2017 OS201700602 3
The email from Joseph Seidlitz to Rich Cardinale and Jill Moran discusses the submission of various Bureau of Land Management (BLM) briefing papers related to multiple topics, including abandoned mine lands, energy development, and land management, due for review by the Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals (ASLM) by 2 PM on May 9, 2017. 2017 OS201700602 28
The email correspondence between Dan Blanchard and Mindy Roberts discusses concerns regarding the lack of commercial pump-out facilities necessary for supporting the No Discharge Zone (NDZ) status in Puget Sound, which is being addressed in a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Joseph Seidlitz to Rich Cardinale discusses the submission of briefing papers related to various Bureau of Land Management (BLM) topics for the Secretary's budget briefing, due by 2 PM on May 9, 2017. 2017 OS201700602 28
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is coordinating the submission of a spreadsheet in response to Section 2 of Executive Order 13783, related to oil and gas management, and is requesting additional printed copies for staff review. 2017 OS201700602 5
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Salo Zelermyer of Valero Energy Corporation discusses scheduling a meeting to talk, with a reference to the deliberative process related to a legal case involving the Sierra Club and the EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402 1