EPA Communications and Meetings Under Trump Administration

This collection includes emails and correspondence from the EPA and the Department of the Interior discussing meetings, public forums, and responses to environmental policies during the Trump administration.

Era: 2017–2021 2025–present All years
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Summary Year FOIA ID Number Bates / Custodian Pages
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Doug Deason discusses the invitation for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to attend the 2017 Crossroads Summit and the potential addition of his name to the event's agenda. 2017 3
The email from Amy Chiang to EPA officials outlines the support from various associations and companies for the EPA's decision to appeal en banc regarding the SNAP rule, including letters from Honeywell, Chemours, and other stakeholders. 2017 7
The email from David Kunz at Arkema provides an update regarding the Crosby facility and invites recipients to reach out for further information. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA notifies him of a spam-quarantined message and provides options for handling it. 2017 1
The email from William Wehrum to EPA officials Ryan Jackson and Aaron Ringel discusses his nomination clearance and includes a request for a short biography to accompany a forthcoming press release from the White House. 2017 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received a meeting request from Andrew Littlefair, President and CEO of Clean Energy Fuels, to discuss advancements in natural gas vehicles and their potential impact on air quality and job creation with Administrator E. Scott Pruitt. 2017 2
The email from Amy Bosshardt of Arkema informs recipients about updates to the website, including the posting of a Press Conference transcript and the opening of an assistance center for the community. 2017 1
The email from Scott Lane to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a meeting request for Andrew Littlefair, CEO of Clean Energy Fuels, to meet with Administrator Pruitt to advocate for increased support for the natural gas vehicle industry and the rescinding of Obama-era regulations. 2017 1
The email from Patrick Serfass of the American Biogas Council to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses support for Scott Nally's appointment to a leadership position at the agency, including an attached support letter. 2017 5
The email from Thomas Coon to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests the sharing of a letter with Administrator Pruitt regarding a business in Adair, Oklahoma, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The document is an email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA regarding a receipt for a payment of $61.50 related to the case Sierra Club v. EPA (17cv1906). 2017 2
Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, is coordinating a meeting with a colleague during their visit to town on the following Monday and Tuesday. 2017 1
The email from Bryan Zumwalt of the American Chemistry Council invites EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at their Board of Directors meeting on November 10, 2017. 2017 2
Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, informed Gary Hoitsma that he could not meet with Wayne Nastri during the current trip but would be available next time. 2017 1
The email from Rick Shelby to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with President Hargis during a narrow time window on October 4-5, 2017. 2017 1
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the EPA, and a candidate expresses the candidate's interest in joining the Trump Administration's EPA and discusses the forwarding of their resume to the White House personnel. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Doug Deason discusses the invitation for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to attend the 2017 Crossroads Summit and confirms efforts to finalize his availability for the event. 2017 3
The email from Mike Paque to Kenneth Wagner discusses an invitation for EPA Administrator Pruitt to deliver a keynote address at the national Underground Injection Control meeting in Tulsa, scheduled for February 12, 2018, and offers the possibility for Wagner to speak if Pruitt is unavailable. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA announces a Cybersecurity Workshop on November 15, 2017, featuring speakers from various government agencies, including NIST and DHS, aimed at educating participants on implementing cybersecurity frameworks to mitigate risks. 2017 8
The email from Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discusses the first 100 days of Donald Trump's presidency, highlighting key events and bipartisan legislation, and is part of the POLITICO Playbook, presented by JPMorgan Chase & Co. 2017 2
The document outlines travel logistics, attire recommendations, and preparation details for a meeting organized by the Outdoor Recreation Industry Association (ORIR) at a national park, including equipment display coordination and contact information for participants. 2017 2
The American Petroleum Institute (API) requested the Secretary of the Interior, Ryan Zinke, to instruct the Bureau of Land Management to postpone compliance dates for the "Waste Prevention, Production Subject to Royalties, and Resource Conservation" rule by two years to support domestic oil and gas production. 2017 2
The document discusses Ryan Zinke's appointment as the 52nd Secretary of the Interior, highlighting his commitment to conservation, sportsmen's access, and responsible management of federal lands, along with his efforts to renew the Land and Water Conservation Fund and support for multiple-use policies. 2017 2
The email from Susan Tackish at the American Petroleum Institute (API) discusses a letter addressed to Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke, requesting the postponement of the Bureau of Land Management's methane rule, emphasizing the need for a strong domestic energy policy. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the Department of the Interior coordinating with The Heritage Foundation regarding an event invitation for Secretary Zinke, with a request for an event request form to gather background information. 2017 2
The U.S. Department of the Interior's Deputy Director of Scheduling, Leila Sepehri Getto, confirms the meeting details for Justin Furnace from Hilcorp with Secretary Zinke, providing instructions for arrival and check-in. 2017 8
The email correspondence between Leila Getto of the Department of the Interior and Debbie Casey of Hilcorp Energy confirms a meeting between Mr. Hildebrand and Secretary Zinke on August 28, 2017, while also offering to reschedule it due to potential travel disruptions from an impending tropical storm. 2017 1
The email correspondence between Scott Mason of Holland & Knight and Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses scheduling a meeting regarding Peabody Energy for January 10-11, 2018, with Getto indicating that she is working to resolve scheduling conflicts. 2017 10
The email from Anna Seidman of Safari Club International to Leila Getto at the Department of the Interior discusses an invitation for Deputy Secretary Bernhardt to speak at the SCI Convention on February 2, 2018, due to Secretary Zinke's unavailability. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Justin Furnace of Hilcorp and Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses scheduling a meeting with Secretary Zinke, confirming August 28th as a viable date. 2017 12
The U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce regarding an invitation for Deputy Secretary Bernhardt to speak at their Leadership Council on September 14th. 2017 1
Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior introduces Jim Slutz, an adviser for the National Petroleum Council, to Kate MacGregor, sharing information about their recent arctic study. 2017 1
The U.S. Department of the Interior organized a Critical Minerals Roundtable on August 24, 2017, and Gary Goldberg of Newmont Mining Corporation appointed Mary Beth Donnelly to attend in his place. 2017 7
The email from Caroline Boulton of the Department of the Interior discusses coordinating a meeting with Peabody Energy's CEO and Secretary Zinke regarding updates on the Navajo Generating Station and a new mine in Indiana. 2017 2
The email from Jack Gerard of the American Petroleum Institute to Leila Getto at the Department of the Interior discusses a RAND Corporation study highlighting the importance of STEM education for job opportunities in the natural gas and oil industry, which is expected to create 1.9 million new jobs by 2035. 2017 3
The email correspondence involves Laura Rigas, Communications Director at the U.S. Department of the Interior, coordinating with Leila Getto from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce regarding scheduling a phone call to discuss remarks for an event on June 20th. 2017 9
The email correspondence between Laura Rigas from the U.S. Department of the Interior and Karen Harbert from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce discusses logistical arrangements for an upcoming event featuring the Secretary on June 20, 2017. 2017 1
The email correspondence between Leila Getto of the U.S. Department of the Interior and Justin Furnace discusses scheduling a meeting with Secretary Zinke for August 28, 2017, at 1 PM. 2017 7
The email from Jack Gerard of the American Petroleum Institute to Leila Getto at the Department of the Interior discusses the support of the U.S. natural gas and oil industry for proposed tax reforms by Congress and the Trump administration, emphasizing their potential to enhance economic growth and job creation. 2017 3
The email from Jack Gerard of the American Petroleum Institute to Leila Getto discusses the potential economic benefits and job creation from expanding offshore oil and natural gas development, urging support for proposals from Congress and the Trump administration to access federal offshore resources. 2017 3
The email correspondence between officials from the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Florida Governor's Office discusses scheduling and coordinating events for Secretary Zinke's upcoming trip to Florida, including a press conference at Lake Okeechobee and an event in the Everglades. 2017 17
The email correspondence between Quin Shea from the Edison Electric Institute and Leila Getto from the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses scheduling a meeting between the Secretary of the Interior and Pat Vincent-Collawn, the CEO of PNM Resources. 2017 3
The email from Tony Frye at the Environmental Protection Agency discusses the attachments related to Administrator Pruitt's confirmation hearing, including the full transcript and specific questions from Senator Markey, while noting that Senator Harris did not submit any questions for the record. 2017 502
The email from Occidental's AI Collins to EPA's Ryan Jackson discusses enhanced oil recovery (EOR) operations and carbon capture and storage (CCS), highlighting a recent meeting with the EPA Administrator and providing links to relevant materials and reports on the topic. 2017 3
The email from Will Rogers discusses concerns regarding the Sutter County CAC's failure to include all relevant evidence in their investigation report, referencing the CDPR Pesticide Investigation Manual, and urges recipients to ensure comprehensive evidence inclusion in their lawsuits and reviews. 2017 14
The email exchange between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Gary Hoitsma discusses scheduling a brief meeting amidst a busy week filled with travel and policy announcements related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
Michael Dourson communicates with Charles Munoz from the EPA regarding his potential start date and salary for a position at the agency, indicating that his employment is contingent on the scheduling of congressional hearings. 2017 4
The email from Scott Lane to Ryan Jackson discusses a follow-up conversation regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
Scott Corley from Corley Consulting, LLC is requesting a meeting with Ryan Jackson of the EPA to discuss issues related to underground storage tanks and a North Texas engineer. 2017 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA announces the winners of the ECOS Innovation Award and discusses a meeting of states regarding nuclear cleanup, along with mentioning the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 4
The email from Frank Fannon announces the launch of the Coefficient Group, a new consultancy focused on energy and environmental services, aimed at helping businesses and nonprofits navigate policy and regulatory challenges. 2017 2
The email from Halliburton's Robert Moran to EPA's Ryan Jackson discusses a meeting request for Halliburton's iMPACT group, which consists of emerging leaders, to engage with EPA on energy and environmental policy matters during their visit to Washington, D.C. on September 27th, 2017. 2017 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA to John Flynn of Squire Patton Boggs discusses a follow-up on issues and the current status related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) discussing the rescheduling of a meeting with Halliburton due to a scheduling conflict for Ryan Jackson, the Chief of Staff. 2017 2
The email correspondence between MaryAnne Dunlap of Sanofi and Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses inquiries regarding updates on a pharmaceutical rule related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Wendy Hutchinson regarding permitting issues related to the state Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for a project associated with Arch Coal. 2017 2
The email from Robert Meyers to Mandy Gunasekara in the EPA is a follow-up regarding the status of pellet fuel regulations, noting the impending deadline for a brief due to the end of an abeyance period on June 26th in the case Sierra Club v. EPA. 2017 1
The email from William Wehrum to Ryan Jackson discusses Wehrum's preference for being identified as "Bill Wehrum" in EPA's systems, highlighting a minor administrative detail related to his email and directory listing at the U.S. EPA. 2017 2
The email from Krista Hughes of Perkins Coie to Valerie Washington at the EPA is a follow-up regarding the scheduling of a meeting with the Small Refiners Coalition on May 11th, 2017, to confirm attendance and travel arrangements. 2017 7
The email correspondence involves Kenneth Wagner from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Robert Smith regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, specifically discussing the meeting logistics and location at the EPA office. 2017 4
The email exchange between EPA officials Alexander Dominguez and Mandy Gunasekara discusses scheduling a call with Lazard, following a missed appointment, with proposed times for the week of August 14, 2017. 2017 3
The email from Sarah Dunham confirms a scheduled general discussion on OAR (Office of Air and Radiation) issues among EPA staff on September 11, 2017. 2017 1
The email correspondence involves the EPA and the Air & Waste Management Association discussing scheduling conflicts for a speaker at the "Finding Common Ground on Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation" conference set for October 10th and 11th, 2017, in Arlington, VA. 2017 3
The email from William Wehrum invites Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA to speak at a meeting organized by the Utility Air Regulatory Group on Clean Air Act regulatory issues, scheduled for June 22-23, 2017. 2017 2
The email from Joshua Fu discusses the confirmation of Samantha Dravis from the EPA as the keynote speaker for a climate change event, following a schedule change involving Mandy Gunasekara. 2017 4
The email from William Wehrum to Mandy Gunasekara discusses a regulation related to Heidi King and references the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality requested the EPA to stay the effective date of air quality designations for sulfur dioxide in four Texas counties, citing the state's consistent recommendation for unclassifiable designations due to lack of monitored data. 2017 4
The email from Joseph Stanko to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses a petition from the NAAQS Implementation Coalition requesting reconsideration of the EPA's final rule on air quality modeling revisions published on January 17, 2017. 2017 11
The email correspondence involves Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA facilitating a connection between Robert Smith from Venable and David Fotouhi at the EPA for a discussion on a different matter. 2017 2
The email from William L. Wehrum to Mandy Gunasekara discusses the bio-resume of David P. Garrett in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Dave Flannery to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses the Midwest Ozone Group's request for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to address their Petition for Administrative Reconsideration of the CSAPR Update and Regulatory Reform comments, highlighting concerns about the modeling and implementation of ozone NAAQS. 2017 2
The U.S. subsidiary Luminant, part of Vistra Energy, announced the closure of two coal-fueled power plants in Texas due to challenging market conditions, resulting in approximately 2,300 MW of power being taken offline in early 2018. 2017 3
The email from Mandy Gunasekara, Senior Policy Adviser for the EPA's Office of Air and Radiation, discusses scheduling a meeting to address issues related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) with members of the Small Refiners Coalition. 2017 1
The email from Kaitlyn Shimmin discusses a mock hearing scheduled by the EPA for Senate confirmed nominees, specifically related to the case Sierra Club v. EPA, on September 15, 2017. 2017 1
The email correspondence between Frederick Eames and Mandy Gunasekara discusses scheduling a meeting with the EPA Administrator for May 1, 2017, as part of ongoing communications related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses a request from Robert Smith, representing PolyMet Mining, to connect with EPA colleague Sarah Greenwait regarding the NorthMet Copper Nickel Mine project in Minnesota. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Peabody Energy's Michael Flannigan and EPA's Mandy Gunasekara discusses a meeting regarding the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) and the Paris Agreement. 2017 2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses coordinating a meeting on May 11th with the Small Refiners Coalition to address issues related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). 2017 4
The email correspondence among EPA officials and external stakeholders discusses the scheduling of a meeting to continue conversations about advanced coal technologies. 2017 5
The email exchange between Ray Shepherd of Peabody Energy and Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA discusses scheduling a brief follow-up conversation regarding the Navajo Generating Station (NGS). 2017 2
The email correspondence involves Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Betsy Monseu, CEO of the American Coal Council, to discuss potential collaboration and resources related to the coal industry following the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference. 2017 4
The email correspondence involves Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA discussing a potential phone meeting with Wendy Hutchinson from Millennium Bulk Terminals to address permitting issues related to a state Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). 2017 2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA connects Kenneth Wagner with Rob Smith to address issues related to a mine in Region 5. 2017 1
The email exchange among EPA officials discusses the drafting and editing of responses to Questions for the Record (QFR) related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with Mandy Gunasekara agreeing to take the lead on the initial draft. 2017 2
The email from Rosie Zapatero to Sarah Dunham at the EPA discusses a request for guidance regarding the lack of common control between Hanson Aggregates Pacific Southwest, Inc. and Sycamore Landfill, Inc. operations in Santee, California. 2017 64
The document discusses the nomination of Bill Wehrum by President Trump to serve as the EPA Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation, highlighting praise from environmental leaders for his qualifications and experience in air quality issues. 2017 2
The email exchange between Samuel L. Brown from Hunton & Williams and Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA expresses gratitude for Gunasekara's participation in an environmental law and policy event, highlighting positive feedback received from attendees. 2017 2
The email from Dave Flannery to Madeline Morris and Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting for the Midwest Ozone Group with the Administrator to address key issues related to ozone concentrations, state obligations, and a petition regarding the CSAPR Update. 2017 6
The email from William Wehrum of Hunton & Williams confirms a meeting with representatives from the Utility Air Regulatory Group to discuss the Mercury and Air Toxics Standard, scheduled for July 27, 2017, without addressing pending litigation. 2017 2
The email from Robert L. Smith to Mandy Gunasekara discusses a request for a brief phone conversation regarding a matter related to NAFTA and regulatory reform, involving the EPA. 2017 1
The email from Barbara Walz of Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA expresses gratitude for a meeting regarding regulatory reform and offers assistance on environmental issues related to electric utilities, while also referencing comments submitted to the Department of Commerce. 2017 11
The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie to EPA officials discusses a draft waiver petition for Philadelphia Energy Solutions Refining and Marketing LLC, seeking relief from 2017 Renewable Fuel Standard volume obligations due to urgent economic concerns. 2017 2
The email from the EPA's Mandy Gunasekara discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to address the Midwest Ozone Group's concerns regarding the CSAPR Update and ozone NAAQS implementation, while also confirming the attendance of multiple representatives from the group. 2017 3
The email correspondence between Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses a speaking invitation for Gunasekara to address the Utility Air Regulatory Group on Clean Air Act regulatory issues during a meeting scheduled for June 22-23, 2017. 2017 3
The EPA is scheduled to meet with the Association of American Railroads and Steptoe & Johnson LLP on June 14, 2017, to discuss the point of obligation under the Renewable Fuels Standard, as requested by the AAR, which represents major freight railroads. 2017 2
The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie to EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting regarding next steps for projects involving Limetree Bay Terminals, LLC, in the context of a Sierra Club lawsuit against the EPA. 2017 6
The email from Frederick Eames to Mandy Gunasekara discusses scheduling a meeting for April 14, 2017, regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from LeAnn M. Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie discusses scheduling a follow-up meeting with EPA and DOE officials regarding the scoring of small refinery hardship petitions under the Renewable Fuel Standard, referencing materials from a previous meeting and a 2011 DOE study. 2017 25
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the preparation for William Wehrum's onboarding, including the pickup of his key and the setup of his Outlook email account prior to his swearing-in. 2017 3