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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt continued his state action tour in Colorado, discussing the agency's agenda to redefine the "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule to provide regulatory certainty for farmers and empower state governments.
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The EPA Press Office is responding to a misleading Associated Press story regarding the agency's actions and assessments of Superfund sites affected by Hurricane Harvey, clarifying that they have conducted evaluations and are actively involved in the response efforts.
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The email discusses the upcoming markup of the Senate's self-driving car bill (S.1885) by the Senate Commerce Committee, highlighting various proposed amendments, including one by Sen. Jim Inhofe to include commercial trucks, amidst concerns over job automation and safety regulations.
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The email from Hadas Gold at POLITICO discusses the fallout from White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci's controversial interview and the failure of the Obamacare repeal, highlighting Scaramucci's attempts to identify a leak regarding a dinner with President Trump.
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The email discusses the failure of the "skinny" Obamacare repeal bill in the Senate, highlighting key votes against it by Senators McCain, Murkowski, and Collins, and mentions efforts by President Trump and Vice President Pence to sway McCain's decision.
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The email from Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses an article in TIME Magazine featuring Scott Pruitt's statement on his commitment to prosecuting polluters amidst criticism of his schedule, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA lawsuit.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the agency's upcoming public comment period on the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan and highlights ongoing litigation related to greenhouse gas regulations for heavy-duty vehicles.
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The email discusses the confirmation of Republican nominees Neil Chatterjee and Rob Powelson to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), restoring its quorum and allowing the agency to resume processing stalled energy infrastructure projects, which could create over 23,000 jobs but raises concerns among environmental advocates.
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from October 16, 2017, highlights various environmental topics, including Costco's partnership with Berkeley researchers for green chemistry, pesticide agreements among Monsanto, BASF, and Dupont to limit dicamba drift, and new air pollution monitoring requirements for yeast producers.
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The email from Christian Palich discusses a scheduled meeting between Bill Wehrum and the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee regarding the case Sierra Club v. EPA.
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The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses the scheduling of Bill Wehrum's swearing-in ceremony at the Administrator's office, with arrangements for family attendance and security clearance.
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The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA report discussing a federal court ruling that could impede coal, oil, and gas projects nationwide, highlighting its implications for decisions made by the Bureau of Land Management.
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt is scheduled to meet with Senators Chuck Grassley, Joni Ernst, and Deb Fischer on October 17 to discuss concerns over proposed cuts to biodiesel requirements under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
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The email from POLITICO reports that former Trump campaign aide Sam Clovis has withdrawn from consideration for the USDA chief scientist position due to criticism over his qualifications and the political climate in Washington.
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The email from the EPA Press Office discusses a statement made by the EPA Head regarding energy issues, referencing the ongoing legal case Sierra Club v. EPA.
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The EPA announced the addition of 26 states to a Clean Air Act waiver allowing the sale of 15 percent ethanol gasoline blends, effectively lifting summer sales restrictions due to Hurricane Harvey's impact on fuel supply.
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The EPA's October 12, 2017 Daily Environment Report discusses the House's expedited passage of a $36.5 billion disaster aid package for hurricane and wildfire relief, ongoing legal challenges to the Clean Power Plan, and the agency's efforts to improve oversight of state actions.
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The email from POLITICO discusses President Trump's upcoming meeting with Mitch McConnell to address the fall legislative agenda and his encouragement of Steve Bannon to challenge Republican incumbents who do not support his tax overhaul plan.
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The email discusses the Department of Transportation's (DOT) launch of a new drone pilot program, including details on how to apply and key participants at the rollout event.
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The email discusses the POLITICO Playbook highlighting new White House Chief of Staff John Kelly's efforts to improve information flow to President Trump and his reassurance to Attorney General Jeff Sessions regarding his job security.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various energy and climate developments, including Argentina's approval of hydroelectric dams, Duke Energy's solar power plans in Florida, and legal actions against Shell Oil regarding climate change preparedness.
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The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA report discussing the potential development of a coal gasification plant by the Navajo Nation as a replacement for the soon-to-be-closed Navajo Generating Station, raising environmental and economic concerns.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the August 30, 2017 Daily Environment Report, highlighting issues related to Hurricane Harvey's impact on energy facilities, air pollution regulation clarity concerns raised by the EPA's Science Advisory Board, and personnel changes within the agency.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA invites recipients to register for the POLITICO Pro Policy Summit on September 14, 2017, featuring various prominent speakers and discussions on policy topics, with attendance restricted to current POLITICO Pro customers at the director level and above.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the successful management of California's electricity grid during the solar eclipse on August 21, 2017, highlighting the effective planning and resource allocation by the California Independent System Operator to mitigate the loss of solar power generation.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recent developments including the withdrawal of a plan to delay ozone air quality designations, revisions to pending legal settlements to comply with new DOJ guidelines, and warnings from biofuels groups against weakening the renewable fuel standard.
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The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee has postponed votes on various nominations for positions at the EPA, NRC, and FHWA, including Bill Wehrum's nomination to lead the EPA's air office, due to concerns from committee members.
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The EPA issued a final rule approving a revision to the Maine State Implementation Plan for regional haze, indicating that visibility in affected federal Class I areas is improving, effective October 19, 2017.
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report for October 18, 2017, highlights issues related to air pollution from California wildfires, drinking water contamination concerns, restrictions on scientists with EPA grants serving on advisory boards, and a Senate bill aimed at boosting the Regional Conservation Partnership Program.
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a court ruling that eliminated the requirement for the agency to review the impact of its climate and air regulations on coal sector employment, alongside updates on California's rising greenhouse gas emissions and related regulatory challenges.
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The U.S. Department of Energy is allocating $15 million to fund projects aimed at developing cost-effective solar desalination technologies to address the global water crisis, as highlighted in the October 3, 2017, Daily Environment Report by the EPA.
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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.
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The email from William Wehrum confirms a meeting on July 27, 2017, between the EPA and representatives from the Utility Air Regulatory Group to discuss the Mercury and Air Toxics Standard, explicitly stating that the meeting will not address pending litigation.
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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.
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The email correspondence among EPA officials discusses the preparation of a one-page briefing on methane in response to a request from the Administrator ahead of an upcoming hearing.
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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 for Good Neighbor SIPs, and a petition regarding the CSAPR Update.
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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 economic harm.
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The email from Robert L. Smith of Venable to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA requests a brief phone conversation regarding a matter related to NAFTA and regulatory reform.
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The email from Barbara Walz of Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association to Mandy Gunasekara of 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.
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The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA inquires about the status of an invitation for an EPA representative to speak at their upcoming conference focused on coal policy and regulation.
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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.
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The email correspondence between Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses an invitation for Gunasekara to speak at a Utility Air Regulatory Group meeting on Clean Air Act regulatory issues scheduled for June 22, 2017.
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The email from Frederick Eames to Mandy Gunasekara discusses the scheduling of a call regarding the "who" related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case (17cv1906).
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The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing the need to reschedule a call with LeAnn Johnson Koch from Perkins Coie, indicating a delay in their meeting.
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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 development scheduled for August 15, 2017.
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the logistics of William Wehrum's onboarding process, including the pickup of his key and the setup of his Outlook email account and iPhone, as he prepares to be sworn in.
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The EPA is providing waivers to the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority due to their inability to upgrade to meet emissions standards, as discussed in an email exchange between Mandy Gunasekara and Robert Smith.
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The email from John McShane of Philadelphia Energy Solutions to EPA officials discusses a follow-up letter regarding a waiver request for Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) compliance obligations, emphasizing the impact of RINs costs on their business.
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The email from Frederick Eames to Mandy Gunasekara discusses scheduling availability for a meeting related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating potential dates of May 1 or May 8, 9, 11, and 12.
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The email from Valerie Washington discusses a follow-up meeting with the American Coal Council after the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference, involving Betsy Monseu, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email exchange between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Ray Shepherd discusses their arrival at a meeting location related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email from John B. McShane of Philadelphia Energy Solutions Refining and Marketing LLC to EPA officials discusses a follow-up letter regarding a waiver request for Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) compliance obligations, emphasizing the impact of RINs costs on their business.
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The email correspondence between Frederick Eames and Mandy Gunasekara discusses scheduling availability for a meeting related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA requests confirmation of EPA's participation as a speaker at their Coal Market Strategies conference scheduled for August 15th and 16th, 2017.
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The email correspondence between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Michael Flannigan from Peabody Energy discusses a recent meeting regarding the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) and the implications of the Paris Agreement.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a scheduled meeting with the Association of American Railroads to address the point of obligation under the Renewable Fuels Standard.
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The email correspondence between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Dave Flannery discusses scheduling a meeting for the Midwest Ozone Group to address issues related to the 2015 ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Administrator's extended deadline for nonattainment designations.
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The email exchange between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Robert Meyers discusses scheduling a phone call to address pending litigation regarding the wood heater/pellet fuel rule under the Clean Air Act, which is currently in abeyance at the D.C. Circuit.
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The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie to EPA officials discusses the ongoing impact of Hurricanes Maria and Irma on the U.S. Virgin Islands, highlighting the need for the restart of the Limetree Bay refinery to aid in economic recovery and disaster response.
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The email from Mandy Gunasekara to Frederick R. Eames confirms a meeting time of 3:30 PM on May 1, 2017, regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email exchange between Mandy Gunasekara and William Wehrum at the EPA discusses scheduling a chat to touch base on several items related to the agency's work.
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling logistics for a meeting related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, extending the meeting duration from 30 to 45 minutes.
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses connecting Richard Yamada, Deputy in the Office of Research and Development, with Frederick Eames regarding potential applicants for the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee (CASAC).
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The email from Brittany Bolen of the EPA discusses a scheduled meeting on June 15, 2017, with the Brick Industry Association to address concerns regarding the National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Brick Manufacturing, without discussing ongoing litigation.
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The email from Bill Raney of the West Virginia Coal Association to EPA officials requests the inclusion of Roger Horton as a speaker at an upcoming hearing, following a missed deadline for speaker requests.
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The email from Alexander Dominguez of the EPA confirms that Roger Horton, representing UMWA coal miners, can register to speak at an upcoming hearing after a late request by Bill Raney of the West Virginia Coal Association.
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses a request by Bill Raney of the West Virginia Coal Association to allow Roger Horton to speak at an upcoming hearing, indicating that arrangements will be made for him to register.
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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.
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The email correspondence between Krista Hughes of 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).
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The email from Frederick R. Eames to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses a time-sensitive matter and requests a phone call.
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The email from Rachel Rogier of Arch Coal to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA requests assistance in setting up a meeting between Deck Slone and Administrator Pruitt to discuss issues related to the existing coal fleet.
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The email from Troy Lyons at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting on Monday afternoon with William Wehrum and Elizabeth Horner to finalize questions related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The document is a letter from the University of Alaska Fairbanks' School of Management to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, expressing disagreement with the agency's interpretation of academic freedom laws as outlined in the author's union contract.
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The letter from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt to Canadian Minister of Environment and Climate Change Catherine McKenna expresses gratitude for a recent meeting and anticipation for future collaboration.
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The Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency outlines priorities for improving water infrastructure and balancing environmental protection with economic growth, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue on climate change and regulatory certainty.
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to reform the Superfund program under Administrator Scott Pruitt to accelerate the cleanup of hazardous waste sites, addressing long-standing bureaucratic delays and inefficiencies.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the appointment of Doug Benevento as the new Region 8 Administrator, overseeing environmental protection efforts in several states including Colorado and Utah.
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Iowa to discuss partnerships with local electric cooperatives and farmers, addressing the repeal of the Clean Power Plan and the rescission of the Waters of the United States rule.
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt met with stakeholders in Texas to discuss and approve a $115 million cleanup plan for the San Jacinto Superfund site, which is contaminated with dioxin, ensuring the removal of highly contaminated materials and addressing contamination risks permanently.
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The EPA announced the appointment of Pete Lopez as the Regional Administrator for Region 2, overseeing environmental protection in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that the United States, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, formally reaffirmed its decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement while participating in G7 discussions to reset the climate change dialogue in alignment with the Trump Administration's priorities.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the U.S. government's refusal to sign a G-7 environment statement on climate change commitments, highlighting the country's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and its focus on domestic priorities.
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt addressed the American Farm Bureau Federation's State Leadership Meeting to reaffirm the Trump Administration's commitment to American farmers and announce the decision to begin rescinding the 'Waters of the U.S.' rule.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the release of a report from its Superfund Task Force, which includes 42 recommendations and a directive from Administrator Scott Pruitt to streamline and improve the Superfund program, focusing on expediting the cleanup of hazardous waste sites.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the launch of the Smart Sectors Program, aimed at partnering with American businesses to achieve better environmental outcomes through a collaborative, sector-based approach.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced additional public listening sessions in San Francisco, Gillette, and Kansas City regarding the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan, following significant public interest.
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The EPA approved a travel request for a trip from Washington to Rome on May 19, 2017.
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The EPA is preparing for Hurricane Irma by activating emergency response teams in Regions 2 and 4, while continuing to address the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, and is focusing on the safety of Superfund sites in Southern Florida.
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The EPA announced that it has met its first-year statutory responsibilities under the Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act by issuing three new rules and initiating risk evaluations for chemicals, as part of its commitment to enhance chemical safety and regulatory certainty.
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The EPA's Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Minnesota to discuss the re-evaluation of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" rule with state officials and agricultural stakeholders, emphasizing the need for regulatory certainty for farmers while protecting water quality.
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The email discusses a fiscal 2017 spending bill that classifies biomass power as carbon neutral, highlighting the implications for the EPA and the ongoing debate over biomass energy's environmental impact.
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The email from the EPA Press Office discusses the agency's decision to delay the implementation of the 2015 Ozone Standards, highlighting support from Senate leaders who argue that the delay provides relief to states and local governments facing compliance challenges.
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Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke initiated a review of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's five-year offshore oil and gas leasing plan, following President Trump's executive order to reassess the previous administration's policies.
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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 extension for final designations to October 1, 2018.
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The EPA's Weekly Round-Up for July 7, 2017, highlights Administrator Scott Pruitt's discussions with Alabama farmers about repealing the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, the announcement of new Renewable Fuel Standards for 2018, and efforts to enhance government efficiency in line with President Trump's agenda.
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The EPA announced an $850,000 grant for Wyoming water protection projects, praised by U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, highlighting state management of environmental standards.
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Kentucky to meet with farmers and state officials, discussing the agency's partnership with the state and addressing environmental issues, including the proposal to rescind the 2015 WOTUS rule and new pesticide requirements.
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The document contains an email from EPA Press Office employee Millan Hupp discussing an article by Emmett McGroarty and Erin Tuttle that praises EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's efforts to reduce government regulations, referencing the Sierra Club's lawsuit against the EPA.
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the House passing a Hurricane Harvey aid package that extends the National Flood Insurance Program through December 8, 2017, which is now awaiting President Trump's signature.
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The document is a press release from the EPA announcing President Trump's nomination of Matt Leopold as General Counsel, highlighting positive endorsements from various political figures regarding his qualifications and experience in environmental law.
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