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 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
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses the agency's provision of waivers to the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority due to their inability to upgrade to meet emissions standards, while also addressing ongoing water quality issues in Puerto Rico. 2017 2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses the scoring of confidential business information related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) hardship petition, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses an invitation for a senior EPA representative to speak at a policy session on coal and energy on August 15, 2017, alongside notable political figures. 2017 4
The email from Rosie Zapatero to various recipients, including EPA officials, discusses Hanson Aggregates' request for guidance regarding common control, indicating ongoing regulatory inquiries related to the agency's oversight. 2017 1
The email exchange between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Betsy Monseu from the American Coal Council discusses the EPA's inability to participate in the upcoming Coal Market Strategies conference in August 2017. 2017 4
The email from Bill Raney of the West Virginia Coal Association to EPA officials requests the inclusion of Roger Horton, a representative of UMWA coal miners, as a speaker at an upcoming hearing after the deadline for requests has passed. 2017 1
The email from Alexander Dominguez of the EPA discusses a request from Bill Raney of the West Virginia Coal Association to accommodate Roger Horton as a speaker at an upcoming hearing, while noting that Dominguez and Mandy Gunasekara will not be able to attend. 2017 2
Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council informs Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA about the interest and qualifications of Dennis Rackers and Ken Riddle to serve on the EPA Board of Scientific Advisors (BOSC), while clarifying that the Council did not officially nominate them. 2017 2
The document is an email from Brittany Bolen regarding a scheduled call with Joe Stanko to discuss ozone issues related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Alexander Dominguez of the EPA confirms that Roger Horton, representing UMWA coal miners, can attend a hearing by checking in with Jan Nooney at the registration table. 2017 1
The email correspondence between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Dave Flannery discusses the scheduling of a meeting with Administrator Pruitt regarding the Midwest Ozone Group, with Flannery offering to contact the Administrator's scheduler directly to expedite the process. 2017 5
The email from Bill Raney to EPA officials discusses a request for Roger Horton to speak at an upcoming hearing, highlighting the need for additional speaking slots for those who missed the registration deadline. 2017 1
The email from Colleen Doyle of Hunton & Williams LLP to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses Hanson Aggregates' request for guidance regarding the common control determination related to their operations and the Sycamore Landfill in Santee, California. 2017 7
The email from Ray Shepherd of Peabody Energy discusses a scheduled introductory call with Lazard and EPA representative Mandy Gunasekara, set for August 10, 2017. 2017 1
The email from Troy Lyons of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses scheduling meetings with Senators, including Murkowski, Collins, Heitkamp, Manchin, and Donnelly, while also offering a courtesy meeting to McConnell. 2017 2
The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to introduce the Council and explore collaboration opportunities following the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference. 2017 4
The email from Alexander Dominguez pertains to a meeting organized by the EPA regarding small refineries, scheduled for August 15, 2017, at the William Jefferson Clinton North Entrance. 2017 1
The email exchange involves Robert L. Smith inviting Mandy Gunasekara and Surya Gunasekara to a birthday celebration for his daughter, while also referencing a previous discussion about a separate issue related to the EPA. 2017 3
The email correspondence involves Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Tyler Hamman of the Lignite Energy Council to discuss issues related to coal production and EPA regulations on May 18, 2017. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council and EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara and Valerie Washington discusses scheduling a meeting following the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference. 2017 6
The email exchange involves Kenneth Wagner from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Robert Smith, who represents PolyMet, to discuss issues related to the NorthMet Copper and Nickel mine project in Region 5. 2017 2
The email from Krista Hughes of Perkins Coie discusses a follow-up meeting between the Small Refiners Coalition and the EPA regarding proposals to streamline the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) small refinery hardship program, and requests available dates for a joint meeting with the EPA and DOE. 2017 14
The email correspondence between Krista Hughes from Perkins Coie and EPA officials discusses the scheduling of a meeting on May 11th with the Small Refiners Coalition to address issues related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). 2017 6
The email from Jeffry Muffat discusses the arrangements for Mandy Gunasekara's keynote speech at the A&WMA's Conference on Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation scheduled for October 10-11, 2017, including requests for her title and audiovisual requirements. 2017 2
The document is an email from Magdeiana A. Deiahoyde at the Executive Office of the President regarding a scheduled update call on the CAFE-GHG (Corporate Average Fuel Economy - Greenhouse Gas) regulations, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between EPA officials discusses the cancellation of a final prep session related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, suggesting a smaller political meeting instead. 2017 2
Rick MacPherson from Midwest Energy Emissions Corp is following up with EPA officials to initiate a proposed visit by Administrator Pruitt to a coal-fired utility to showcase EPA-supported technologies for environmental protection. 2017 1
The email correspondence between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Rachel Rogier from Arch Coal discusses a request for Gunasekara's phone number to address an issue related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
The email from Alexander Dominguez discusses a scheduled conference call regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, originally set for August 10, 2017, and rescheduled for August 17, 2017. 2017 1
The email from Thomas Lorenzen to Mandy Gunasekara discusses a potential visit by EPA Administrator Pruitt to an Oklahoma utility utilizing Midwest Energy Emissions' technologies, emphasizing the utility's interest in expanding their market. 2017 1
The email from Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discusses the Democratic Party's strategy to regain control of the House of Representatives by targeting Republican districts, as highlighted in the POLITICO Playbook on May 7, 2017. 2017 2
The document from the American Petroleum Institute (API) discusses the importance of the Department of the Interior's (DOI) comprehensive evaluation of offshore oil and gas exploration areas as part of the development of a new Five-year Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Leasing Program, emphasizing the need for stakeholder input and flexibility in decision-making regarding lease sales. 2017 2
The document discusses fundraising efforts by the American Action Network, a nonprofit linked to House Speaker Paul Ryan, which raised $41.9 million, including $24.6 million from an anonymous donor, while also detailing ongoing investigations by Special Counsel Robert Mueller into Russian interference in the 2016 election, including a subpoena issued to Roger Stone's aide. 2017 2
The document discusses the Interior Department's provision of VIP tours of National Park Service sites at the request of Secretary Ryan Zinke and his wife, as revealed by records obtained through the Freedom of Information Act. 2017 2
The email discusses the implications of Doug Jones' historic Senate victory in Alabama for the White House and highlights Palestinian President Abbas's statement rejecting any U.S. role in the Middle East peace process, as reported in POLITICO Playbook. 2017 2
The Heritage Foundation's Cully Stimson invites Secretary Ryan Zinke to be the keynote speaker at their Legal Strategy Forum in Colorado Springs, while Caroline Boulton requests a resend of the invitation after it was lost. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Jessica Kline of The Heritage Foundation and Caroline Boulton from the Department of the Interior discusses the finalized event form and invitation for Secretary Zinke to attend a conference organized by Ed Meese. 2017 2
The email from POLITICO discusses President Trump's statements during his news conference in Poland regarding Russian interference and U.S. relations, while also providing updates on Congressman Steve Scalise's health. 2017 2
NBC News is considering relocating its Washington bureau from Nebraska Avenue to a new space closer to Capitol Hill, with no final decision made yet. 2017 2
The memo from the Rule of Law Defense Fund to Secretary Zinke outlines details for the ERC & Nevada Host Committee Dinner on June 25, 2017, including the agenda and topics for Zinke's speech, emphasizing collaboration between state Attorneys General and Cabinet members to promote the rule of law. 2017 2
The document discusses various political updates, including Jared Kushner's upcoming Middle East diplomatic efforts and President Trump's schedule, highlighting the administration's focus on tax reform and international relations. 2017 2
The email from Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discusses the day's political events, focusing on James Comey's testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee and President Trump's schedule, while being part of the POLITICO Playbook. 2017 2
The email exchange between Leila Getto and James Slutz at the U.S. Department of the Interior discusses the scheduling and CC recommendations for a letter related to an upcoming event on September 25th. 2017 4
The email from Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman discusses the Trump administration's indecision regarding the Paris climate accords and includes updates on President Trump's schedule and notable sightings in Washington, D.C. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the U.S. Department of the Interior coordinating a meeting for Secretary Zinke with Justin Furnace from Hilcorp, confirming attendance and logistical details for the meeting scheduled for August 28, 2017. 2017 8
The email correspondence involves Suzanne Swink from BP America coordinating with Gisella Ojeda-Dodds from the U.S. Department of the Interior to schedule meetings in January 2018 for Gulf of Mexico executives, including Mr. DeVito. 2017 2
The email from Leila Sepehri Getto of the U.S. Department of the Interior inquires about the press access status for upcoming NPC meetings. 2017 1
The email from Leila Sepehri Getto at the U.S. Department of the Interior expresses gratitude to Chris Tucker for sharing the POLITICO Playbook, which discusses various political topics including Donald Trump's past comments on North Korea. 2017 21
The email from the Western Caucus Foundation invites Ryan Zinke to a holiday reception for members of the Senate and Congressional Western Caucuses on December 13, 2017, in Washington, D.C. 2017 2
The U.S. Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting request from Chevron's Jeff Shellebarger to discuss domestic energy exploration and regulatory issues with Secretary Zinke. 2017 2
The email from Katharine MacGregor of the Department of the Interior discusses an introduction to Jim Slutz, an adviser for the National Petroleum Council, regarding a recent Arctic study. 2017 1
The email from James Slutz to Leila Getto clarifies that the National Park Service (NPS) meeting is public, but press access is limited to a post-meeting availability, while the reception is private for members and guests only. 2017 1
The email correspondence between officials from the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement and Shell Oil Company discusses the contact information for Secretary Zinke's scheduler to facilitate a meeting request. 2017 3
The email from Michael Kukuk of Oasis Petroleum informs Leila Getto and Elaine Hackett from the Department of the Interior that their plans for a VIP tour of the Monuments on September 6th have changed, and they will not be going to Washington that week. 2017 2
The email from Caroline Boulton confirms a meeting between Secretary Zinke and Mr. Donohue from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce scheduled for June 5, 2017, and provides details for security arrangements. 2017 18
The U.S. Department of the Interior's scheduling team is coordinating an invitation for Secretary Zinke to visit ExxonMobil's Houston campus, with Theresa Fariello confirming Dan Easley as the lead contact for future communications. 2017 1
The email from Jack Gerard of the American Petroleum Institute to Leila Getto at the Department of the Interior discusses the need to reform the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) to protect consumers from the risks associated with increasing ethanol levels in fuel, given the U.S.'s shift from a net importer to a net exporter of oil and natural gas. 2017 3
The email from Jack Gerard of the American Petroleum Institute to Leila Getto discusses the support from the Arctic Inupiat for oil and gas development in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), highlighting its potential for economic growth and energy security while emphasizing environmental safety. 2017 3