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EPA Communications on Environmental Policies

This collection includes correspondence and meetings involving the EPA Administrator discussing environmental issues, industry collaborations, and regulatory changes.

Era: 2017–2021 2025–present All years
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The Texas Public Policy Foundation submitted an Administrative Petition to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on May 1, 2017, requesting the reconsideration of the 2009 Endangerment Finding that greenhouse gases pose a danger to human health, citing a failure to submit the finding for peer review as required by law. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 77
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, is reconsidering previously denied claims for damages related to the Gold King Mine incident and is requesting additional documentation from claimants to support their cases. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The EPA Administrator expresses gratitude to various utility executives for their participation in a roundtable discussion regarding the Clean Power Plan and emphasizes the importance of their input on air quality and emissions controls. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 13
The email from W. Brad Boney inquires about the status of the appointment for the EPA Region 6 Administrator, indicating that the position is still temporarily filled. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The email from Brian Hope at the EPA discusses concerns about coal ash disposal practices in Puerto Rico and suggests that similar actions could be considered in the U.S. in response to the EPA's stance on coal ash dumping in waterways. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The American Chemistry Council expresses support for the nomination of Dr. Michael L. Dourson as Assistant Administrator of the EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, urging the Senate to confirm him promptly to aid in the implementation of the Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The email from the EPA's Commissioner John Stine expresses gratitude for a meeting with Governor Dayton in Minnesota, discussing the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) and other environmental issues, and emphasizes the importance of state partnerships in achieving environmental stewardship. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The document is a letter from an unidentified individual to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, expressing support for abolishing CAFE standards and suggesting that this could lead to reduced emissions if accompanied by an increase in the gas tax. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The email from Brad Lyle to Scott Pruitt expresses gratitude for Pruitt's attendance at a town hall meeting in Oklahoma regarding the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) and highlights positive feedback from attendees. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The email from Brian Hope to Scott Pruitt of the EPA expresses concern over the potential suppression of scientific findings related to the Narragansett Bay Estuary Program and advocates for scientists' freedom to communicate their research. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The email from Robbie Aiken to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses a standing invitation for Pruitt to visit Pinnacle West's facilities in Arizona and expresses support for an upcoming EPA letter regarding the CCR issue, highlighting collaboration between EPA staff and industry representatives. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The email from a government official thanks Mike Neal of the Tulsa Chamber for organizing a successful event and expresses a desire to connect again soon. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The document contains emails from K. Scott Pruitt, Administrator of the EPA, expressing apologies for missing a Global Resource Efficiency Task Force meeting due to a White House hurricane response meeting, and thanking various individuals for their participation in the Concordia Summit. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 6
The EPA Administrator, Scott Pruitt, expresses gratitude to Evaristo Cruz for co-chairing the National Tribal Operations Committee meeting, highlighting the importance of collaboration with tribal governments on environmental issues and reaffirming the EPA's commitment to its 1984 Indian Policy. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The emails from Brian Hope to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt express alarm over the decision to bar three confirmed speakers from a conference on climate change, criticizing it as scientific censorship and urging continued engagement on climate issues by the EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation, represented by L. Joe Cain, expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for speaking at their Annual Meeting and emphasizes the importance of collaboration between farmers and the EPA for environmental protection and economic growth. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The document consists of thank-you letters from EPA Administrator K. Scott Pruitt to various Iowa stakeholders, expressing appreciation for their hospitality and the opportunity to discuss the impact of EPA policies on local communities during recent events. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 7
The Heartland Institute's memorandum, authored by John Nothdurft, discusses a climate change interview with physicist William Happer, emphasizing that government action, rather than global warming itself, is the primary issue, and urges elected officials to reconsider their approach to climate policy. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 3
The email from the American Petroleum Institute to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses their response to the EPA's intent to reconsider the Final Rule on emission standards for the oil and natural gas sector, originally published in June 2016. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 62
The email from Tom Pruitt to Scott Pruitt discusses a special request submitted by MAWETAL LLC to the EPA's Office of Inspector General on May 5, 2017, seeking an inquiry into activities by the EPA prior to 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 68
The email from Christopher Hessler of AJW, Inc. to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses gratitude for a meeting on May 4, 2017, discussing the air pollution control industry and outlines plans for future collaboration and actions by the Institute of Clean Air Companies (ICAC). 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The Premier of Saskatchewan wrote to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to discuss collaboration on North American energy development, emphasizing carbon capture and storage technology, and inviting him to visit Saskatchewan to learn more about their advancements in this area. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 3
The document is a letter addressed to EPA Administrator Edward Pruitt, requesting assistance with a Qui Tam lawsuit related to renewable oil and seeking financial support for legal fees. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
MAWETAL LLC has submitted a request to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of the Inspector General for an inquiry into whether actions taken by the Pre-2017 Administration regarding the Endangerment Finding and the Paris Climate Agreement violated the EPA's Scientific Integrity Policy, particularly concerning potential implications for global taxation of marine fuels. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 34
The National Mining Association expressed gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for addressing their Board of Directors and emphasized their support for his initiatives promoting economic growth and sensible regulatory frameworks in the mining industry. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
A concerned citizen expresses strong disapproval of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's leadership and the Trump administration's environmental policies in a letter dated May 5, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The document is a letter from Paige Patterson, President of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, expressing support and prayers for Scott Pruitt, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, following his presentation at the Council for National Policy. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The email from MIT's Vice President for Research, Maria Zuber, to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt addresses concerns regarding the misrepresentation of MIT's 2015 study in White House talking points related to the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 4
The Texas Public Policy Foundation submitted a petition to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs and other federal agencies regarding regulatory decisions, emphasizing the need for adherence to scientific integrity in environmental policy as articulated by EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 42
The document consists of thank-you notes from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt to various individuals at Harvey Mine-Patterson Creek, expressing gratitude for their hospitality and emphasizing the end of the "War on Coal." 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 7
The email from the EPA Administrator on April 17, 2017, expresses appreciation for the productive meeting with NASDA regarding the new direction of the EPA and acknowledges the contributions of state agriculture leaders. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency responded to Oklahoma State Representative Carl W. Newton regarding a constituent's inquiry about clean burning flare pipe technology, clarifying that while the EPA regulates flares, it does not endorse specific technology vendors. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator emphasizes the agency's commitment to balancing environmental protection with economic growth, prioritizing improvements in water infrastructure, and adhering to regulatory processes for vehicle emissions and fuel economy standards. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The EPA Administrator, Scott Pruitt, expresses gratitude to the General Authority of Meteorology and Environment of Saudi Arabia for their invitation to engage in a Memorandum of Understanding, indicating collaboration with the USGS and FDA to promote environmental protection. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The letter from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt to NRECA CEO Jim Matheson expresses appreciation for their meeting regarding environmental issues and emphasizes a desire to collaborate on finding mutual solutions. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The email from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses a meeting with Christopher J. Hessler of AJW, Inc. regarding clean air strategies and technologies. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The email from the EPA administrator expresses gratitude to Earl and Wanda Barrs for their letter and meeting, emphasizing the agency's commitment to rebuilding trust with the forestry industry while protecting natural resources. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The email from K. Scott Pruitt, Administrator of the EPA, expresses gratitude to Jennifer Abril, President and CEO of SOCMA, for a meeting regarding mutual concerns and emphasizes the agency's commitment to collaborating with the Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The EPA Administrator expresses appreciation for a meeting with Trout Unlimited's leadership and looks forward to future collaboration on shared concerns. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses a desire to re-establish trust with Ford Motor Company representatives following a meeting on May 23, 2017, regarding industry concerns. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator, E. Scott Pruitt, expresses gratitude to Australian Minister for the Environment and Energy, Josh Frydenberg, for his visit and accepts an invitation to visit Australia to discuss coal sector regulation and cooperative federalism. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The emails from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt express appreciation for meetings with representatives from the Southern Crop Production Association and CropLife America, discussing the EPA's new direction and the goal of rebuilding trust with the agricultural industry. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 6
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's June 16, 2017 correspondence outlines the agency's commitment to environmental protection, highlights the President's budget priorities for infrastructure funding, and emphasizes the need to balance regulatory burdens with economic growth. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The email from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Administrator expresses gratitude to Barry Hart, CEO of the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives, for a productive visit and meeting with the executive team. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Administrator responds to a letter regarding the decision to deny a petition to ban chlorpyrifos, emphasizing the agency's commitment to balancing environmental protection with agricultural needs while continuing to evaluate the pesticide under existing regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The email correspondence involves EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt acknowledging a message regarding pollution entering the five mile river, emphasizing the agency's commitment to environmental protection and economic growth. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 3
The letter from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt outlines the agency's commitment to balancing environmental protection with economic growth, emphasizing priorities such as improving water infrastructure and regulatory certainty. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The document consists of thank-you letters from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt to various officials at the U.S. Embassy in Rome, expressing gratitude for their assistance in coordinating meetings during the EPA team's productive trip to the Vatican in June 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 9
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expressed appreciation for a meeting with International Paper's CEO Mark Sutton, emphasizing the importance of understanding the company's concerns and the need to rebuild trust with the industry. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The document consists of a series of appreciative emails from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to various managers at the Gaston Plant, expressing gratitude for their hospitality and support during his visit on July 14, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 5
The document is a letter from Lisa Schmitt of The American Patriot Group LLC to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, inviting him to tour the Liberty Mine in southern Indiana and highlighting the potential creation of 700 new jobs due to his leadership. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has decided to reconsider and potentially revise the 2015 Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category in response to petitions from the Utility Water Act Group and the U.S. Small Business Administration. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 6
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses gratitude for hospitality and productive discussions during visits to environmental facilities in Oklahoma and Indiana, as well as a meeting on the "Waters of the United States" rule in South Carolina. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 9
The email from Tony Petrucci to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses a manufacturing concern related to europium sensitization and requests assistance from the EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 3
The document is a letter from the U.S. Embassy in Australia to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, expressing support for his agency's efforts in response to Hurricane Harvey and offering assistance for a future visit to Australia. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The document consists of thank-you letters from K. Scott PuriTT, an administrator, expressing gratitude to General Electric Company representatives for a tour of their plant on October 11, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 3
The American Petroleum Institute and the American Chemistry Council submitted a request to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to reconsider the implementation of the TSCA Inventory Notifications final rule to ensure efficient online listing of reported active chemicals during the notification period. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 3
The Interstate Mining Compact Commission expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt for his impactful address at their Mid-Year Meeting, highlighting its relevance to member states and the discussions that ensued. 2017 HQ2017008402716 — 3
The document is a petition from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Association of Global Automakers to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency, requesting a Direct Final Rule to address inconsistencies and inefficiencies between the Corporate Average Fuel Economy and greenhouse gas emissions regulations. 2016 HQ2017008402716 — 22
The IPC--Association Connecting Electronics Industries is urging EPA Administrator-Designee Scott Pruitt to address regulatory burdens on manufacturers to enhance competitiveness and encourage recycling of industrial byproducts. 2016 HQ2017008402716 — 6
The Texas Oil & Gas Association expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for his participation in their Lone Star Energy Forum and supports his leadership in promoting science-based environmental policy. 1910 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The Texas Oil & Gas Association expressed gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for his participation in their Lone Star Energy Forum and praised his leadership in promoting science-based environmental policies that support job growth and energy security. 1910 HQ2017008402716 — 2
The Texas Oil & Gas Association expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for his participation in their Lone Star Energy Forum and supports his leadership in promoting science-based environmental policy. 1910 HQ2017008402716 — 1
The Edison Electric Institute expresses support to the EPA for improving federal environmental policy, particularly regarding the implementation of coal combustion residuals regulations, and encourages expedited state permit program approvals and revisions to the federal CCR rule. — HQ2017008402716 — 5
The letter from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to Texas Oil and Gas Association President D. Todd Staples expresses gratitude for a license plate gift and indicates Pruitt's intention to display it in his office. — HQ2017008402716 — 2
The email from the American Public Gas Association expresses support for specific nominations to the Environmental Protection Agency's Science Advisory Board, addressed to Administrator Scott Pruitt. — HQ2017008402716 — 4
The document is a thank-you letter from Fred S. Morgan, President and CEO of the Oklahoma State Chamber, to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, expressing appreciation for his participation in their Annual Fly-In meeting. — HQ2017008402716 — 4
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Administrator expresses gratitude for public support and outlines the agency's commitment to balancing environmental protection with economic growth through the Back-to-Basics agenda. — HQ2017008402716 — 1
The document consists of emails from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt thanking various individuals for the opportunity to speak at their Board of Directors meetings and expressing a desire to rebuild trust in the agency while balancing economic growth and environmental protection. — HQ2017008402716 — 22
The email from Micheal W. Shannon, Executive Director of PREDCI, to Scott Pruitt of the Environmental Protection Agency expresses concerns about the WOTUS rule, labeling it an economic threat to rural businesses and urging the EPA to create a more reasonable regulation that considers stakeholder input. — HQ2017008402716 — 2
The emails from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt express appreciation for meetings with members of the National Rural Water Association, discussing the EPA's new direction and the goal of rebuilding trust with the rural water industry. — HQ2017008402716 — 11