EPA Communications on Environmental Issues

This collection contains emails and documents related to the EPA's interactions with various stakeholders on environmental policies, events, and initiatives.

Era: 2017–2021 2025–present All years
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Summary Year FOIA ID Number Bates / Custodian Pages
Kaitlyn Shimmin from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency coordinates a lunch meeting with Melissa Shute from Statoil, rescheduling it to October 12 or 13, 2017, due to a last-minute conflict. 2017 7
The email from Katya Tsaioun to Nancy Beck discusses a proposal for the SRA symposium, with a deadline of May 31, and invites Beck to participate and edit the document. 2017 1
The email from Nancy Beck at the EPA confirms that a registration request for mosquito-related pesticides can be submitted before the authority transfer from FDA to EPA, and she offers assistance from the Pesticides office. 2017 1
Jamie Conrad's email discusses the publication of his article in Chemical Watch's Global Business Briefing, which critiques the interpretation of the "null hypothesis" under the TSCA new chemicals program, arguing that it should not presume new chemicals as unsafe. 2017 1
The FDA issued draft Guidance for Industry #236 regarding the regulation of mosquito-related products, clarifying that products intended for population control will be regulated by the EPA under FIFRA, while those making disease prevention claims will remain under FDA jurisdiction, and is seeking public comments for 30 days starting January 19, 2017. 2017 1
The email from Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses organizing a list of volunteers and checking a thumb drive for related files, indicating ongoing work related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Lynn L. Bergeson to Jeff Morris discusses a paper prepared by her colleagues regarding the management of new polymers using chemical names, which is being submitted for consideration by the EPA. 2017 1
The email exchange between Seth Goldberg and Nancy Beck discusses plans for a lunch meeting after Goldberg's vacation, while Beck mentions her ongoing work to submit rules to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 2017 1
The email from Mark Townsend expresses concerns regarding the effectiveness of the EPA's management of chemical safety under FIFRA and TSCA, criticizing the prioritization of risk assessments for known toxic chemicals and the involvement of attorneys in scientific decision-making. 2017 1
Nancy Beck from the EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention is coordinating with colleagues to catch up on pesticide issues after finalizing TSCA rules, suggesting a meeting for lunch on July 7. 2017 1
The email from Joseph J. Green to Nancy Beck discusses a follow-up on the review and approval of claims for antimicrobial copper products based on clinical trial results, related to the Copper Development Association. 2017 1
Nancy Beck from the EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention is coordinating a meeting with Sheryl Kunickis from USDA and Jeffrey Sands from EPA regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Pat Quinn discusses the importance of a proposal regarding the acceptance of FDA-approved direct food additives as fragrance materials, highlighting its critical priority for companies like P&G, RB, and Clorox, and its potential for significant resource savings for both the Federal Government and the private sector, while ensuring public health protection. 2017 1
The email from Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses the USDA's comments regarding the 9th Circuit Court's decision on chlorpyrifos, highlighting collaboration between the USDA and EPA following the court's ruling. 2017 1
The email from Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses providing contact information for Bryon Brown to Brian Klippenstein at the USDA regarding the Rural Prosperity Task Force. 2017 1
The email from Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses a legal victory regarding chlorpyrifos in the 9th Circuit, addressed to Sheryl Kunickis at the USDA. 2017 1
The email from Nancy Beck, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the EPA, requests a follow-up call with David Bernhardt and other officials regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses the potential assignment of detailees to the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), considering whether to send someone from the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) or an Environmental Science Agency (ESA) person. 2017 1
The email from Linda Abbott at the USDA provides directions and a map for Nancy Beck to reach the Whitten Building for a meeting. 2017 1
The email from Sarah Greenwalt at the EPA requests a discussion with the USDA regarding broad ESA (Endangered Species Act) issues that have come to their attention. 2017 1
The email exchange between Linda Abbott of the USDA and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses a legal victory regarding chlorpyrifos in the 9th Circuit Court. 2017 1
The email from Sheryl Kunickis at USDA discusses the agency's comments on chlorpyrifos submitted in April 2015, in light of a recent victory in the 9th Circuit Court, and acknowledges Linda Abbott's contribution to the effort. 2017 1
Linda Abbott from the USDA's Office of Risk Assessment and Cost-Benefit Analysis sent Nancy Beck one-pagers on various Endangered Species Act topics, offering further details if needed. 2017 1
The email from Lisa M. Jones at the Executive Office of the President/Office of Management and Budget discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA case regarding personal privacy exemptions. 2017 1
The email from Jahan Wilcox at the EPA discusses concerns raised by walnut growers regarding the potential delay in the registration of the pesticide Kasugamycin, which could impact its availability for the 2018 growing season. 2017 1
Stacy Revels from the House Agriculture Committee is seeking a phone call with Nancy Beck to discuss the status of the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act (PRIA) and to obtain input from the EPA on advancing the bill, which has been stalled in the Senate. 2017 1
The email from Nancy Beck to Robert Johansson discusses the cancellation of a scheduled appointment related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating a high importance level for the communication. 2017 1
The email from Nancy Beck to Robert Johansson discusses the cancellation of an appointment related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, scheduled for November 3, 2017. 2017 1
The email correspondence involves John Konkus from the EPA coordinating a meeting with representatives from the Bockorny Group regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 3
The email correspondence between Michael Birsic of Marathon Petroleum and Will Lovell of the EPA discusses preparations for a meeting on January 3, focusing on non-discretionary review periods related to NAAQS, NSPS, and NESHAP regulations. 2017 2
The email discusses the nomination of Andrew Wheeler as Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) by President Trump, highlighting his extensive background in environmental policy and support from key political figures. 2017 3
The email discusses the EPA and U.S. Army's decision to rescind the 2015 "Waters of the U.S." rule, with the American Farm Bureau Federation expressing support for this action as a correction of what they describe as a flawed regulation. 2017 4
The email correspondence between Lee Forsgren of the EPA and Billie Rae Gillas pertains to Forsgren's request for contact information for the HBW Resources IRA at Morgan Stanley to complete his Federal Financial Disclosure documents. 2017 2
The email from Lee Forsgren of the EPA's Office of Water discusses scheduling a meeting with Samantha McDonald and Lee Fuller to talk about the 2016 Effluent Limitations Guidelines (ELGs). 2017 2
The email from Lee Forsgren of the EPA discusses a follow-up on a meeting with the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) regarding Effluent Limitation Guidelines and the potential for a beneficial reuse proposal for produced water pretreatment. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Amanda Aspatore from the National Mining Association and Lee Forsgren from the EPA discusses scheduling a speaking engagement for Forsgren at an upcoming meeting of NMA's Environment Committee on October 16, 2017. 2017 2
The email from Luis Corzo discusses the passing of Grace Marshall, wife of Captain Bob Marshall, and includes plans for sending a floral arrangement from the Kings Point Club of Washington DC. 2017 2
The document is a letter from Millennium Bulk Terminals-Longview urging the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to continue processing their Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application for a coal export terminal despite the Washington State Department of Ecology's recent denial of a Clean Water Act certification. 2017 8
The document discusses the nomination of Andrew Wheeler as Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) by President Trump, highlighting his extensive background in environmental policy and support from EPA Administrator Pruitt. 2017 3
David Mica from the Florida Petroleum Council is requesting assistance from Kenneth Wagner at the EPA to expedite a waiver extension for fuel blendstock requirements in Florida due to Hurricane Irma's impending impact. 2017 1
Duke Energy's Federal Regulatory Affairs Director, Venu Ghanta, reaches out to Kenneth Wagner to introduce himself and discuss opportunities to streamline the EPA permitting process following Wagner's presentation at an ECOS conference. 2017 1
Michael Fitzpatrick from GE Corporate is seeking to arrange a meeting with Justin Schwab to discuss regulatory policy following their encounter at the ACUS Plenary. 2017 1
The email exchange between Paul Noe and Kenneth Wagner discusses their meeting at the ECOS event and expresses a desire for future collaboration, with Wagner serving as a Senior Advisor at the EPA. 2017 1
The email from Shannon S. Broome of Hunton & Williams discusses scheduling a meeting regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Michael A. Ferguson, a Senior Advisor at BakerHostetler, discusses forwarding a resume for a candidate for the Region 2 Administrator position to Justin Schwab. 2017 1
The email from Shannon S. Broome of Hunton & Williams informs recipients that the National Environmental Development Association (NEDA) does not oppose an extension of a motion deadline to July 28, 2017, in the case Sierra Club v. EPA. 2017 1
The email from Samuel Brown thanks Kevin Minoli and others for their participation in an environmental law and policy event, highlighting positive feedback received from participants, in relation to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
Kaitlyn Shimmin from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency sent an email to Andrew Wheeler regarding a list of contacts for a press release related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
Mark DeLaquil from BakerHostetler is reaching out to Justin Schwab regarding a discussion on the SNAP litigation related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Kaitlyn Shimmin of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses the Deliberative Process related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between Kaitlyn Shimmin and Andrew Wheeler discusses a meeting related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating deliberative processes within the Environmental Protection Agency. 2017 1
Christian Palich from the EPA sent an EPW Questionnaire to Andrew Wheeler and others, indicating a deliberative process related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Kaitlyn Shimmin at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses follow-up responses to questions posed by Andrew Wheeler during a briefing related to a nominee, indicating ongoing communication regarding the nominee's confirmation process. 2017 1
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works thanked Andrew R. Wheeler for his testimony regarding his nomination as Deputy Administrator of the EPA and requested follow-up responses to submitted questions by November 20, 2017. 2017 1
The email correspondence between Andrew R. Wheeler and Kaitlyn Shimmin discusses the coordination of a letter to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee regarding the Association of Air Pollution Control Agencies, with Shimmin providing contact information for relevant individuals. 2017 1
The email from Christian Palich at the EPA discusses the submission of Questions for the Record (QFRs) from the EPW Committee to Andrew Wheeler, including attachments related to proposed responses. 2017 1
Senator Rob Portman recommends Andrew Wheeler for the position of Deputy Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in a letter addressed to Senate Committee leaders on November 8, 2017. 2017 1
The letter from the United Mine Workers of America supports the nomination of Andrew R. Wheeler as Deputy Administrator of the EPA, highlighting his contributions to preserving health care and pensions for coal miners. 2017 1
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce expresses support for Andrew Wheeler's nomination as Deputy Administrator of the EPA, highlighting his relevant experience and urging the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee to expedite his confirmation. 2017 1
The document is a letter from Congressman Bill Johnson supporting Andrew Wheeler's nomination as Deputy Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), highlighting his qualifications and experience in environmental policy. 2017 1
The document is a letter from Coty Gardner supporting Andrew Wheeler's nomination as Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), highlighting his qualifications and collaborative approach to environmental policy. 2017 1
The email from Christian Palich of the EPA discusses logistics for a Senate Environment and Public Works Committee meeting related to Andrew Wheeler's nomination, indicating that the EPA will leave at 9 AM. 2017 1
The email correspondence between Andrew R. Wheeler and Kaitlyn Shimmin discusses logistical details for a meeting related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between Andrew Wheeler and Kaitlyn Shimmin discusses the delivery of briefing documents related to the Clean Water Rule (CCR) and Steam Electric Effluent Limitations Guidelines (ELG) for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. 2017 1
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting between William Wehrum and Senator Whitehouse, with proposed times for September 26th, 27th, and 28th. 2017 1
The email from Christian Palich of the EPA discusses the development of a reference sheet with talking points and suggested answers to anticipated questions for the record related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Christian Palich, Deputy Associate Administrator at the EPA, discusses the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating a focus on deliberative process exemptions related to the litigation. 2017 1
Aaron Ringel from the EPA informs William Wehrum that the White House liaison could not provide a specific date for Wehrum's nomination, but they will follow up to expedite the process. 2017 1
The email from Aaron Ringel at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses the delivery of a briefing binder on Office of Air and Radiation (OAR) programs and issues to William Wehrum for hearing preparation. 2017 1
The email exchange between Aaron Ringel and William Wehrum discusses the approval to send an EPW Questionnaire related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between Aaron Ringel of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses the review and submission of an opening statement draft to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between Aaron Ringel of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses scheduling a quick call, likely related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between Aaron Ringel of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses the need for an updated draft of the EPW questionnaire to ensure timely progress on the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Aaron Ringel to Bill Wehrum discusses the upcoming announcement of Wehrum's nomination and outlines the need to address logistical issues related to the nomination process, including a draft opening statement. 2017 1
Aaron Ringel from the EPA is requesting a quick call regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between Aaron Ringel of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses scheduling a call regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Aaron Ringel at the EPA discusses a request for a copy of William Wehrum's CV to be sent to the EPW Minority as part of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Aaron Ringel to Bill Wehrum discusses the clearance of an EPW questionnaire by the White House, instructing Wehrum to use the attached version for notarization, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Aaron Ringel at the EPA discusses the forwarding of a signed and notarized EPW questionnaire to Matt Leggett at the Senate EPW, confirming that it has cleared the White House process. 2017 1
The email exchange between Aaron Ringel and William Wehrum discusses the timing of sending an EPW Questionnaire related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between Aaron Ringel of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses scheduling a call regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from William Wehrum discusses a press inquiry from New York Times reporter Sheila Kaplan regarding his upcoming confirmation hearing and criticisms of his work for regulated industries, indicating a need for a response before a deadline. 2017 1
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a one-hour session for Bill Wehrum, with Patricia Haman confirming that she has not received a response regarding the scheduling. 2017 1
The email exchange between William Wehrum and Aaron Ringel discusses the potential cancellation of a final preparation session for an upcoming meeting related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Aaron E. Ringel, Deputy Associate Administrator at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, informs a recipient about the ongoing voting on their nomination in relation to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from the EPA's Aaron Ringel confirms a meeting scheduled for November 7, 2017, at 2:45 PM with Senator Heitkamp, coordinating with William Wehrum and Kaitlyn Shimmin. 2017 1
The email exchange between William Wehrum and Aaron Ringel discusses the request for Wehrum's CV by the EPA's Office of Environmental Protection, specifically for the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from William Wehrum to Aaron Ringel discusses the imminent nomination process related to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, with Ringel indicating that confirmation could occur "literally any day." 2017 1
The email from William Wehrum confirms his attendance at an in-person briefing organized by the EPA's Office of Air and Radiation (OAR) scheduled for September 11, 2017, from 2-5 PM. 2017 1
The email from Matt Leggett of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee discusses the forwarding of a nomination questionnaire from William Wehrum to the minority party, related to Wehrum's nomination process. 2017 1
The email from the EPA's Aaron Ringel informs William Wehrum that a scheduled White House meeting has been canceled and will not be rescheduled before a hearing related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Aaron Ringel at the EPA to William Wehrum discusses the finalized version of an EPW questionnaire that has cleared the White House process and needs to be notarized. 2017 1
William Wehrum from Hunton & Williams sent a revised document regarding a silica question to Elizabeth Horner at the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
William Wehrum inquires about the confirmation of a hearing scheduled for the 20th related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Christian Palich, Deputy Associate Administrator at the EPA, provides a cleared opening statement for Bill Wehrum related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Christian Palich of the EPA outlines the schedule for a mock hearing and debriefing on September 15, 2017, while congratulating the team on successful meetings and providing logistical details for attendees. 2017 1
The email exchange between William Wehrum and Christian Rodrick discusses the submission of a Notice of Data Availability (NoDA) related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. 2017 1
The email from Christian Palich of the EPA discusses responses to questions for the record (QFR) related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating ongoing deliberations within the agency. 2017 1
Christian Palich from the EPA confirmed to Andrew Wheeler that he has sent the questions related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Christian Palich of the EPA discusses the clearance of final Questions for the Record (QFRs) related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating a deliberative process. 2017 1