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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The email discusses internal polling data from Rep. Martha McSally's campaign indicating a tight race with Kelli Ward for the GOP Senate primary in Arizona, as well as the implications of sexual harassment allegations against Rep. John Conyers on Democratic leadership, as reported by POLITICO. 2017 17
The EPA, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, approved Arizona's Regional Haze State Implementation Plan and withdrew a federal plan for the Coronado Generation Station during a visit with Governor Doug Ducey on October 6, 2017. 2017 2
The EPA is expected to release a proposed rule today regarding biofuel volume mandates for 2019, maintaining conventional ethanol volumes at 15 billion gallons and increasing advanced biofuels to 4.38 billion gallons, despite industry hopes for lower volumes. 2017 1
The email reports that eighteen states and the District of Columbia are suing Education Secretary Betsy DeVos for delaying student loan protections that were set to take effect, aimed at assisting defrauded borrowers and prohibiting mandatory arbitration for complaints against for-profit colleges. 2017 1
The EPA received an email detailing the U.S. government's support for the Kigali Amendment to reduce hydrofluorocarbon emissions, including a commitment of $36.67 million annually to assist developing nations, while noting the ongoing process to submit the agreement to the Senate for approval. 2017 4
The email discusses the EPA's impending release of a proposed rule for biofuel volume mandates for 2018, maintaining conventional ethanol volumes at 15 billion gallons and increasing advanced biofuels to 4.38 billion gallons, while highlighting potential delays in finalizing the rule by the November 30 deadline. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the House's overwhelming approval of legislation imposing sanctions on Russia, Iran, and North Korea, which also limits President Trump's ability to lift these sanctions. 2017 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses President Trump's impending decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement, highlights a meeting between Trump and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt regarding the agreement, and mentions the EPA's plans to seek interagency review for a proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan. 2017 2
The email discusses the U.S. delegation's participation in the COP23 climate summit in Bonn, highlighting Judith Garber's speech and concerns about U.S. funding commitments to the Green Climate Fund under the Trump administration. 2017 21
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the challenges facing the Republican health plan and critiques the legislative process surrounding the repeal and replacement of Obamacare, referencing various opinions and analyses from the American Enterprise Institute. 2017 4
The email discusses a House appropriations hearing where lawmakers criticized the White House's proposed $2.4 billion budget cut to the EPA, labeling it as "untenable" and highlighting the negative impacts on key environmental programs. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses Administrator Scott Pruitt's frequent absences from the agency, highlights contradictions in the Trump administration's energy policy, and mentions outreach to the Heartland Institute for a climate change science review. 2017 2
The email from Politico reporters to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the identification of an eighth participant in the Trump Tower meeting related to the investigation of the Trump campaign's interactions with Russia, while also highlighting the Senate GOP's health care repeal efforts facing significant challenges. 2017 6
The document is an EHS Federal Regulatory Alert from the EPA summarizing updates on energy efficiency standards for ceiling fans by the Department of Energy and announcing the 11th meeting of the Environmental Affairs Council related to the CAFTA-DR trade agreement. 2017 5
The EPA has terminated a nearly $1 million taxpayer-funded gym membership program after Administrator Scott Pruitt deemed it an abuse of taxpayer dollars, following reports of excessive spending on memberships for employees. 2017 1
The EPA is mentioned in a POLITICO report detailing the House Energy and Commerce subcommittee's partisan advancement of bills to delay ozone standards and reauthorize the brownfields cleanup program, with a full committee markup expected next. 2017 2
The email from Bloomberg BNA to Ryan Jackson at the EPA provides a regulatory alert detailing proposed amendments in Arkansas regarding income tax credits for waste reduction and a draft ozone attainment plan for the Eastern Kern Air Pollution Control District in California. 2017 3
The EPA announced that the U.S. will withdraw from the Paris Agreement while participating in G7 discussions on climate change, emphasizing a new approach aligned with the Trump Administration's priorities. 2017 2
The email from POLITICO informs Ryan Jackson at the EPA that the Congressional Budget Office will not release a new score for the Senate GOP's Obamacare repeal bill as previously expected, resulting in a delay of the planned vote. 2017 1
The email from AEI Publications to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the significant financial bias created by subsidies for rooftop solar power, highlighting its higher costs compared to conventional energy sources and the disproportionate benefits to wealthier individuals. 2017 2
The email discusses President Trump's upcoming trip to Europe for the G-20 summit, highlighting the expected confrontations over climate change, particularly following his withdrawal from the Paris accord, and mentions his planned remarks on energy security in Poland, as well as a court's decision to block a delay of the EPA's methane rule. 2017 5
The EPA's June 14, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert provides updates on regulatory changes in Arizona and Colorado, including the expiration of certain DEQ regulations in Arizona and amendments to hazardous waste management and boiler regulations in Colorado. 2017 8
The email from POLITICO reports that President Trump invited all Senate Republicans to the White House for a meeting to discuss the GOP's efforts to repeal Obamacare, as announced by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. 2017 1
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from July 26, 2017, highlights Administrator Scott Pruitt's initiative to accelerate Superfund site cleanups through public-private partnerships and discusses various environmental legislative updates, including proposed cuts to biofuel subsidies and the potential for a government shutdown over border wall funding. 2017 4
The email from POLITICO discusses President Trump's public criticism of Attorney General Jeff Sessions and his contemplation of firing him amid ongoing tensions related to the Russia investigation. 2017 13
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report about Pennsylvania nuns appealing a court decision that dismissed their lawsuit against the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Co. regarding the Atlantic Sunrise pipeline, citing religious freedom concerns. 2017 16
The email discusses the meeting between President Trump and Pope Francis, highlighting their differing views on climate change, and mentions a letter from Senate Democrats urging Trump to remain committed to the Paris Agreement on climate change. 2017 6
The EPA issued a direct final rule approving revisions to the Texas State Implementation Plan regarding mobile source incentive programs, which includes updates to the diesel emissions reduction program and the addition of new financial incentives, effective September 7, 2017. 2017 5
The email discusses the conflicting messages from President Trump's advisers regarding the U.S. participation in the Paris climate agreement, highlighting the potential options and the urgency expressed by U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for continued global climate action regardless of the U.S. decision. 2017 18
The email discusses a new policy by the EPA that requires regional offices to obtain approval from headquarters before making information requests to companies, a move that critics argue could weaken environmental enforcement. 2017 5
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a 20-month delay in the implementation of new chemical plant safety regulations, allowing for further review and public input, as decided by Administrator Scott Pruitt on June 12, 2017. 2017 10
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced that an advance notice for the replacement of the Clean Power Plan will be released soon, while the agency is currently accepting comments on its proposal to repeal the existing plan. 2017 1
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the American Enterprise Institute's perspective on Social Security reform and corporate tax cuts, emphasizing the need for permanent tax reductions rather than temporary measures. 2017 3
The EPA's Daily Environment Report discusses the Interior Department's potential decision to rescind the 2015 federal fracking regulations and revert to previous rules, while stakeholders, including oil and gas companies and environmental advocates, await the outcome and its implications for ongoing litigation. 2017 19
The email discusses a shift in Republican lawmakers' stance on gun control, specifically regarding the potential regulation of bump stocks following the Las Vegas shooting, highlighting the urgency for action despite traditional alignment with the NRA. 2017 13
The document is an EHS Federal Regulatory Alert from the EPA summarizing two key regulatory updates: NOAA's initiation of a five-year status review for the Gulf of Maine distinct population segment of Atlantic salmon and the FDA's intention to seek OMB approval for information collection regarding food canning establishment registration and processing of acidified and low-acid foods. 2017 7
The email from Politico discusses various political topics, including a briefing on the Trump-Putin meeting and opinions on Ted Cruz's healthcare proposal, which is viewed skeptically by Senate Republicans, while also highlighting senators' hobbies. 2017 5
The email discusses political analysis regarding the potential impact of upcoming House elections on the GOP, highlighting key Republican representatives in vulnerable positions, and mentions Senator Lisa Murkowski's conditional support for tax reform based on the stabilization of the individual health insurance market, as reported by the EPA's Ryan Jackson. 2017 7
The EPA's July 25, 2017, EHS Federal Regulatory Alert discusses the Department of Energy's request for comments on potential revisions to test procedures for commercial air conditioning and heating equipment, with a deadline for feedback set for August 24, 2017. 2017 8
The EPA's June 20, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses proposed regulations for an Alaska Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit for wastewater treatment and the disapproval of new regulations for mobile automotive repair in California. 2017 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various legislative and regulatory developments affecting the agency, including proposed budget cuts, delays in implementing air quality regulations, and calls to revive a controversial coal ash recycling program. 2017 6
The email from the EPA discusses a POLITICO newsletter summarizing the cautious approach House Democrats are taking towards the 2018 primaries, highlighting the DCCC's less aggressive involvement compared to previous election cycles. 2017 5
The email discusses campaign fundraising and strategies for the Virginia gubernatorial race and the Georgia special election, highlighting Democratic candidates' responses to President Trump's influence, as reported by POLITICO's Morning Score. 2017 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting the G-20's strategy to avoid mentioning climate change in order to manage President Trump's stance following the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. 2017 13
The email from the Security Industry Association promotes the ISC East event in November 2017 at the Javits Center in NYC, highlighting new educational opportunities, exhibitors, products, and networking events aimed at enhancing security industry practices. 2017 3
The document is an email discussing a Playbook Power Briefing from Politico, highlighting Senate Democrats' calls for Senator Al Franken to resign following a new allegation of misconduct against him. 2017 7
Republican lawmakers informed EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt that the agency will receive a larger budget than requested, despite the administration's proposed 31 percent cut, as they prepare to draft the spending bill for the next fiscal year. 2017 2
The EPA announced plans to rewrite toxic wastewater limits for power plants, focusing on wastewater from air pollution controls and bottom ash, which will impact over a thousand plants nationwide. 2017 18
The email discusses the uncertainty and lack of planning among House and Senate Republicans and the Trump administration regarding the impending debt ceiling increase, highlighting concerns from GOP aides about the absence of a clear strategy. 2017 13
The EPA's Energy and Climate Report from August 23, 2017, discusses various topics including the Senate's urging of President Trump to withdraw the USDA nomination of Sam Clovis, worsening air pollution in China, trade challenges for Argentine biodiesel, and claims against Exxon Mobil regarding climate change misinformation. 2017 2
The email from the EPA Press Office discusses Administrator Scott Pruitt's statements denying allegations of being an ally of polluters and his commitment to enforce tougher environmental regulations, as reported by Bloomberg. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA legal case, specifically referencing the case number 1:17-cv-01906. 2017 2
The email discusses a POLITICO Playbook report detailing President Trump's desire for a nearly tenfold increase in the U.S. nuclear arsenal during a meeting with military leaders, which surprised his advisers, including Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, who clarified the legal and practical limitations on such a buildup. 2017 12
The email from POLITICO discusses President Trump's challenges, including North Korea's nuclear threats, a potential government shutdown, and upcoming meetings on tax reform, while also noting various social events attended by political figures. 2017 12
The EPA is hiring Clint Woods, the head of the Association of Air Pollution Control Agencies, as the new deputy assistant administrator of the agency's air office, effective mid-December 2017. 2017 2
The email discusses California Attorney General Xavier Becerra's lawsuit against EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for failing to provide documents related to his ethics arrangements, highlighting concerns over transparency at the EPA. 2017 10
The email from POLITICO discusses the arrival of Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich's megayacht, the Eclipse, at the Port of Palm Beach, coinciding with President Trump's upcoming visit for Thanksgiving, highlighting its luxury features and the political implications of its docking. 2017 15
The email discusses the progress of the House and Senate in reauthorizing the FAA and developing legislation for autonomous vehicles, highlighting the urgency due to the FAA's authorization expiration on September 30, 2017. 2017 4
The EPA's July 3, 2017 Daily Environment Report discusses various environmental topics, including a court ruling requiring the agency to assess pesticide impacts on endangered species and highlights international events like the G-20 summit focusing on climate change. 2017 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a report by the EIA predicting that renewable energy will account for nearly a third of global electricity generation by 2040, significantly reducing coal's share and emphasizing the growth of renewables and nuclear power. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses congressional criticism of proposed funding cuts to clean energy programs at the DOE, personnel changes within the agency, ongoing litigation regarding greenhouse gas regulations, and a FOIA request from the Natural Resources Defense Council concerning the EPA's website retention policies. 2017 2
The EPA's Ryan Jackson received a briefing from Bloomberg BNA on July 5, 2017, regarding the Trump administration's proposal to require refiners to use 15 billion gallons of conventional renewable fuels in 2018, which supports the ethanol industry but may conflict with oil refiners' concerns about exceeding the blend wall. 2017 10
The email discusses the Department of Transportation's announcement of revised guidance on self-driving vehicles, led by Secretary Elaine Chao, which aims to streamline regulations and incorporate stakeholder feedback while maintaining voluntary compliance. 2017 5
The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals has placed the litigation over the EPA's Clean Power Plan on hold for another 60 days while the agency moves forward with its proposed repeal and is required to provide status updates on the repeal effort every 30 days. 2017 1
The Environmental Protection Agency issued a direct final rule clarifying compliance requirements for composite wood products under the Toxic Substances Control Act, effective August 25, 2017, as part of an update in the Environment & Safety Resource Center. 2017 8
The EPA's Ryan Jackson shared an update on July 27, 2017, regarding the House Energy and Commerce Committee's approval of a bipartisan drinking water bill (H.R. 3387) that includes provisions for monitoring emerging contaminants and improving water system resiliency in response to the Flint water crisis. 2017 2
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting the formal probe into Volkswagen's Porsche brand regarding allegations of diesel emissions fraud, as the scandal expands to include investigations in both Germany and the U.S. 2017 6
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various challenges and legal threats the agency is facing regarding regulatory compliance, including issues related to ozone designations, coal ash guidance, and enforcement of the Lead and Copper Rule, amidst the Trump administration's directive to reduce regulations. 2017 5
The EPA issued a regulatory alert on August 31, 2017, detailing updates to the Georgia SIP, corrections to the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, and a proposed rule for revisions to the Illinois SIP concerning emissions control from coal-fired electric generating units. 2017 7
The EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers have formally proposed the withdrawal of the Obama administration's Waters of the U.S. rule, initiating a 30-day public comment period amidst anticipated legal challenges from environmental groups. 2017 2
The email discusses a Playbook Power Briefing from Politico highlighting immigration discussions, tax reform challenges among Republican leaders, and mentions the appointment of Edward Felsenthal as the new editor of TIME, sent to Ryan Jackson at the EPA. 2017 6
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Supreme Court's decision to hear arguments on President Trump's travel ban executive order while allowing parts of it to take effect, marking a legal victory for the administration amidst previous lower court defeats. 2017 1
The EPA is participating in congressional discussions regarding lessons learned from hurricane responses in Puerto Rico and is also exploring alternatives to animal testing for chemical safety assessments. 2017 3
The email discusses President Trump's signing of a bipartisan Russia sanctions bill while expressing constitutional concerns, as reported in a Playbook Power Briefing by Politico, which was shared with Ryan Jackson of the EPA. 2017 6
The email discusses a report by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General highlighting concerns that fear of retaliation is preventing whistleblowers at U.S. funded research institutions from reporting violations of protections for human subjects in research projects. 2017 4
The document is a Daily Environment Report from the EPA, summarizing recent developments including the Senate's confirmation of a new air chief for the agency, the EPA's progress on greenhouse gas regulations for trucks, and ongoing issues regarding glyphosate reauthorization in the EU. 2017 3
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from October 9, 2017, highlights the retirement of Luminant's Monticello coal plant in Texas despite eased emissions regulations, alongside scrutiny of EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's travel by the agency's watchdog. 2017 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various issues related to the agency's budget cuts proposed by the Trump administration, including Administrator Scott Pruitt's defense of the budget at a House hearing, the agency's stay on methane standards, and ongoing legal battles over environmental regulations. 2017 5
The EPA's June 29, 2017, Federal Regulatory Alert discusses proposed approvals of Alabama's SIP for PM-2.5 infrastructure requirements and confirms the adequacy of motor vehicle emissions budgets in California's San Joaquin Valley for transportation conformity, with comments due by July 31, 2017. 2017 13
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a POLITICO investigation into potential conflicts of interest arising from stock trades by senior congressional aides involved in legislative processes. 2017 1
The EPA issued a regulatory alert on November 2, 2017, detailing a final rule confirming that the Philadelphia area has attained the 2008 ozone NAAQS, alongside announcing a meeting of the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee scheduled for December 12, 2017. 2017 8
The EPA's inspector general is launching an investigation into Administrator Scott Pruitt's travel to Oklahoma following complaints from Democratic lawmakers regarding potential violations of agency policies. 2017 2
The email from Frank Maisano discusses updates on energy policy, specifically the US International Trade Commission's ruling on the solar 201 tariff case, the implications for the Clean Energy Week events, and ongoing Congressional discussions on healthcare and tax reform. 2017 16
The email discusses the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's upcoming hearings for Trump's nominees to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the EPA enforcement chief, highlighting concerns over nuclear power in specific states and the implications of proposed budget cuts on environmental enforcement. 2017 18
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA reports on Nebraska's approval of the Keystone XL pipeline, marking a significant regulatory victory for President Trump amidst environmental protests and following the reversal of former President Obama's permit denial. 2017 1
The EPA is planning to potentially reduce its workforce by over 1,200 employees through early retirement and buyout programs, pending approval from the Office of Personnel Management and the Office of Budget and Management. 2017 2
The email from POLITICO discusses President Trump's remarks criticizing critics of his administration's response to Puerto Rico and his public undermining of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's diplomatic efforts with North Korea, as reported to EPA employee Ryan Jackson. 2017 13
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report highlighting a lawsuit against Duke Energy for allegedly operating an illegal open dump at its Roxboro, N.C. facility, which is claimed to be polluting groundwater and nearby Hyco Lake. 2017 10
Environmental groups are urging the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals to reinstate the EPA's methane rule for new oil and gas wells, arguing that the agency's temporary stay violates the Clean Air Act and harms vulnerable communities. 2017 2
The EPA, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, is initiating the process to redefine the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) during his state action tour in Indiana, aiming to reduce regulatory burdens on the agriculture industry while ensuring clean water and state regulatory roles. 2017 2
The email discusses House Natural Resources Chairman Rob Bishop defending Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's pressure on Alaska senators regarding energy issues, amidst calls for an investigation by Democrats. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the political landscape in West Virginia regarding EPA greenhouse gas regulations, highlights the U.S. isolation on climate issues at the G-20 summit, and notes ongoing legal challenges against the Bureau of Land Management related to methane regulations. 2017 2
The EPA's email discusses Arkansas' final rule amendments on radiation control, which extend reporting deadlines for nuclear events and align state regulations with federal standards, as well as proposed changes to the floodplain administrator accreditation program to expedite processes for military personnel. 2017 4
The email from the EPA discusses a POLITICO newsletter highlighting the potential primary challenge Dianne Feinstein may face from the left in the 2018 elections, particularly from Kevin de Leon, amid concerns about her centrist politics and President Trump's influence on the Democratic Party. 2017 4
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Kentucky to meet with farmers and state officials, discussing environmental issues including the proposal to rescind the 2015 "Waters of the United States" rule and new pesticide requirements. 2017 3
The email from the EPA Press Office discusses Senator Shelley Moore Capito's support for the Trump administration's decision to withdraw from the Clean Power Plan, emphasizing the positive changes for West Virginia's coal industry and the importance of considering the economic impact of regulations. 2017 3
The email from POLITICO reports that Speaker Paul Ryan announced the House's willingness to go to conference on the Obamacare repeal to address GOP senators' concerns, as part of ongoing legislative efforts related to health care reform. 2017 1
The EPA's July 10, 2017, Energy and Climate Report discusses the isolation of the U.S. following its withdrawal from the Paris climate accord, environmentalists urging the agency not to delay methane regulations, and the Ohio EPA's recommendation to sue a pipeline company for environmental violations. 2017 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is collaborating with states to address technical issues and disputed designations related to the 2015 ozone standards, while announcing a one-year delay in the designation deadline from October 1, 2017, to October 1, 2018, to ensure compliance with national air quality standards. 2017 2
The email discusses the fallout from Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's threats regarding Alaska's energy priorities following Senator Lisa Murkowski's vote against Obamacare, prompting calls for investigations and a FOIA request for related communications. 2017 15