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
The email correspondence from the EPA's Madeline Morris discusses the scheduling of a meeting with Jeff Shellebarger from Chevron, indicating that the meeting cannot be accommodated during the week of July 24th. 2017 3
The email exchange between Troy Lyons of the EPA and William Koetzle of Chevron discusses scheduling a meeting to catch up over coffee and includes a suggestion to consider getting the EPA Administrator offshore. 2017 3
The email exchange between Troy Lyons of the EPA and Brian Johnson of the American Petroleum Institute discusses updating contact information and includes congratulations on a recent achievement. 2017 2
The email exchange between Troy Lyons of the EPA and William Koetzle of Chevron discusses updating contact information and suggests meeting for coffee. 2017 2
The email exchange between Troy Lyons of the EPA and William Koetzle of Chevron discusses plans for updating contact information and the possibility of hosting an event with the EPA Administrator offshore. 2017 2
The email from Troy Lyons at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses the submission of a nomination questionnaire by William Wehrum, indicating that his recusal letter and financial disclosure form were sent separately. 2017 2
The Environment and Public Works Committee, led by Senator Carper, is calling on Kathleen Hartnett White, President Trump's nominee for the White House Council on Environmental Quality, to provide new and original responses to questions after discovering that she plagiarized at least 18 answers from previous nominees, including EPA Administrator Pruitt. 2017 3
The email correspondence between Troy Lyons of the EPA and William Wehrum discusses the status of an ethics document related to a questionnaire, indicating that the document will be signed by the EPA and sent to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. 2017 2
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses the preparation and signing of a revised five-day letter related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
The American Petroleum Institute is urging President Trump to convene a meeting within three weeks to discuss potential reforms to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) to protect jobs in the independent refining industry, highlighting the risk of significant job losses if current policies remain unchanged. 2017 2
The email from Andrew Wheeler discusses deliberative talking points related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating internal communication within the EPA regarding legal strategy. 2017 4
The document lists members of the American Petroleum Institute's Health and Environment Committee, including their contact information and affiliations with various oil and gas companies, as of October 31, 2017. 2017 6
The National Stone, Sand, and Gravel Association is coordinating with the EPA for Samantha Dravis to speak at their September 28 meeting focused on regulatory reform, particularly regarding WOTUS, to an audience of environmental managers from aggregate producers and construction companies. 2017 2
The email correspondence between EPA officials and API representatives discusses scheduling a meeting for Brittany Bolen to participate in an API HEC event on November 2, 2017, and requests materials for the agenda and her participation. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA's Robin Kime confirming that Samantha Dravis will speak at the National Stone, Sand, and Gravel Association meeting on September 28 regarding regulatory reform and the Waters of the U.S. rule. 2017 2
The email exchange involves Roger Martella from GE Corporate coordinating with EPA officials Will Lovell and Robin Kime regarding a meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 5, 2017, and the preparation of handouts for attendees. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Darrin Munoz and Albert Kelly discusses an invitation for Kelly to speak at an Insights Luncheon on Superfund reform, organized by Faegre Baker Daniels LLP, with Kelly expressing his interest in attending. 2017 2
Tracee Bentley from the American Petroleum Institute is following up with Patrick Davis of the EPA regarding his potential participation as a speaker at their Annual Meeting in Denver on October 17th, focusing on oil and natural gas issues related to the EPA. 2017 2
Brittany Bolen from the EPA is coordinating with Michael Schon from the Portland Cement Association to provide an updated biography for an upcoming panel discussion. 2017 2
The email from Kaitlin Keller of the EPA provides an update on the agency's implementation of the Agricultural Worker Protection Standard, addressed to Barb Glenn of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture. 2017 2
The Environmental Law Institute and George Washington University's Milken Institute School of Public Health co-hosted a forum on June 27, 2017, to discuss the implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act and its implications for environmental health and safety. 2017 2
The USDA expresses concerns about the EPA's proposal to revoke chlorpyrifos tolerances and urges the agency to deny the petition from the Natural Resources Defense Council and Pesticide Action Network, citing issues with the validity of the EPA's risk assessments. 2017 8
Brittany Bolen, Deputy Associate Administrator for Policy at the Environmental Protection Agency, is updating her biography for a PCA panel discussion and highlights her role in overseeing the agency's rulemaking process and participation in the Regulatory Reform Task Force. 2017 2
The email exchange between Brittany Bolen of the EPA and Michael Schon of the Portland Cement Association confirms the scheduling of a PCA panel discussion for Wednesday, clarifying that the Administrator will be speaking at a different event on the same day. 2017 3
The email exchange between Brittany Bolen from the EPA and Michael Schon from the Portland Cement Association discusses scheduling a phone call. 2017 2
The email from Richard Gupton discusses rescheduling a meeting with the EPA originally set for September 26, 2017, and requests attendee information for security purposes. 2017 2
The email exchange between Richard Moskowitz, General Counsel of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, and Brittany Bolen from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to catch up after a recent event. 2017 2
The document outlines the Trump administration's key policy achievements, specifically highlighting the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accords and efforts to ensure clean air and water, as reported by the EPA and other sources. 2017 6
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing a potential visit by Administrator Pruitt to the CONSOL Bailey Mining Complex and the Murray Energy Century Mine on April 12th, with coordination among representatives from CONSOL Energy and Murray Energy. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency coordinating with the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association regarding topics for an upcoming event featuring Administrator Pruitt and Secretary Zinke. 2017 5
The EPA announced an extension of one year for the deadline on initial area designations related to the 2015 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone, as communicated by Administrator Scott Pruitt to state governors. 2017 2
The email exchange between Tate Bennett of the EPA and Mark Nichols discusses an article from National Review about Scott Pruitt's leadership and reforms at the EPA, highlighting the agency's challenges and Pruitt's approach to environmental policy. 2017 6
The document outlines the Trump administration's key policy achievements related to environmental regulations, including the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accords and efforts to ensure clean air and water, as reported by the EPA and other sources. 2017 6
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating attendance for a meeting scheduled on November 15, 2017, with discussions about attendee passes and arrival logistics. 2017 2
The email from Enesta Jones of the EPA discusses a press inquiry from Carrie Rabin regarding drinking water safety, emphasizing the agency's commitment to protecting public health and the effectiveness of U.S. drinking water systems in meeting health-based standards. 2017 3
The email correspondence involves Megan Towey from CBS News inquiring about Environmental Review filings under NEPA from FEMA, with Amy Graham from the EPA directing her to contact FEMA for further information. 2017 2
The document outlines the agenda for a GC Symposium organized by Thompson Hine, focusing on managing change in the regulatory environment, with discussions on topics such as the chemical industry M&A outlook, regulatory updates under the Trump administration, and cyber trends. 2017 3
The email from Amy Graham of the EPA discusses the agency's Risk Management Plan (RMP) rule and its relevance to the Arkema chemical plant in Crosby, Texas, while informing a CBS News reporter that an interview cannot be facilitated at this time. 2017 2
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses a recommendation for Kevin Murray, a Superfund expert, to join the newly established Superfund task force led by Administrator Pruitt. 2017 2
The email exchange between James Hewitt of the EPA and Patrick Hedger of FreedomWorks discusses organizing a meeting after Thanksgiving and planning a livestream event for an end-of-year agenda recap, while also mentioning potential coalition members for collaboration. 2017 2
The EPA organized a meeting on October 25, 2017, with the Nez Perce Tribe regarding Idaho HHC, which included a webinar for their presentation. 2017 2
The document is an email notification from Nancy Beck at the EPA regarding the acceptance of an invitation to a TSCA Interagency Meeting scheduled for October 17, 2017. 2017 2
The email from Lynn L. Bergeson discusses the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) verbal decision to waive penalties related to TSCA Section 5 notification for statutory mixtures, highlighting ongoing regulatory confusion and past efforts to revise guidance that were ultimately abandoned. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Keith Matthews, an attorney, and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses an upcoming meeting to review the application process and regulatory status of the genetically modified organism OX513A, including data submission and timelines for EPA and FDA review. 2017 2
The email exchange between David Weinberg, an attorney, and Nancy Beck, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the EPA, discusses scheduling a phone call regarding operational matters and the Endangered Species Act (ESA). 2017 2
The email correspondence between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses the planning of a workshop titled "Where do we Stand on NanoGovernance?" organized by the UCLA Center for Environmental Implications of Nanotechnology, scheduled for February 20-21, 2018, focusing on data development for product stewardship and regulatory decision-making. 2017 2
The document is an email from Nancy Beck forwarding information about various Federal Register notices related to meetings and requests for nominations by different agencies, including the AHRQ, AMS, CDC, and the Civil Rights Commission, dated June 6, 2017. 2017 34
The email exchange between Simanco Staley and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses scheduling a phone call for the following week regarding a matter related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
The email from David Wawer discusses regulatory challenges faced by the color pigments industry due to perceived overreach by the EPA, specifically citing unattainable water quality requirements imposed by an EPA Regional Office in Washington State, and offers to provide examples to support their concerns. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Lawrence Culleen and Nancy Beck discusses the inclusion of the 2017 Report in the docket for the Sierra Club v. EPA case, confirming that both electronic and hard copies of the report and comments were submitted timely. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses a follow-up on a meeting regarding the implementation of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). 2017 2
The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Caffey Norman of Squire Patton Boggs discusses scheduling a 30-minute meeting on July 12, 2017, to discuss vapor degreasing, coinciding with a related meeting at the Labor Department. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Patrick Traylor coordinating a meeting with Lynn L. Bergeson to discuss a timely enforcement issue related to environmental compliance. 2017 2
The email exchange between Joe Bischoff of Cornerstone Government Affairs and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to address the delay in the Section 3 approval for the pesticide Sulfoxaflor, specifically regarding its use on sorghum, citrus, and soybean crops. 2017 2
The email from Keith Matthews of Wiley Rein LLP to Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses the submission of a draft application package for the release of genetically modified mosquitoes (0X 513A) and highlights the need for confirmatory data on the active ingredient to support a Section 3 conditional registration. 2017 2
The email from Joseph J. Green to Nancy Beck discusses the review and approval process for claims related to antimicrobial copper products based on clinical trial results, emphasizing the confidentiality of the submitted data and requesting a follow-up call regarding the review panel selection criteria. 2017 3
The email correspondence between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck discusses the planning and details of the UCLA CEIN Workshop scheduled for February 2018, with a focus on the draft agenda and previous publications related to the workshop. 2017 2
The document is an email from Robin Kime regarding the cancellation of a scheduled discussion on regulatory reform related to the Subpart W Reporting Rule and PCB rules, involving the AGA and NGVA, set for October 6, 2017. 2017 2
The email exchange between Lois Rossi and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses the impact of Taiwan's Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) on pesticide use in California, with Rossi indicating her availability to discuss the topic further after returning from vacation. 2017 2
Alice Armstrong from Thompson Hine is inquiring about Nancy's availability to present on various regulatory topics at an event in Washington, DC, on October 27. 2017 4
The email exchange involves Patrick Hedger from FreedomWorks coordinating a meeting with James Hewitt from the EPA regarding an invitation for Administrator Pruitt, with adjustments made to the meeting time. 2017 4
The Montana Ground-Water Information Center released a water quality report on December 4, 2017, detailing the analysis of groundwater samples from the Berkeley Pit Lake in Silver Bow County, highlighting significant concentrations of various ions and trace elements. 2017 10
Lynn L. Bergeson is coordinating a meeting with the EPA to discuss issues related to asbestos and carbon tetrachloride on behalf of Occidental, seeking availability for November 7 or 8, 2017. 2017 2
The email from Jason E. Schaff, President of the Chemical Society of Washington, confirms Nancy Beck's participation as a speaker at an upcoming symposium on October 13, 2017, organized by the NCAC and highlights the relevance of the subject matter to the fields of chemistry and allied sciences. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA's Nancy Beck coordinating with Keith Matthews from Wiley Rein LLP and others regarding next steps for the OX513A project, indicating a collaborative effort to schedule a meeting. 2017 2
The email exchange involves Lisa Robinson from Harvard School of Public Health requesting slides from Frederic Bouder for a plenary session at the SRA 2017 conference, with discussions among various participants about updates and questions related to the event. 2017 4
The email from John Hebert of the EPA discusses the ongoing internal review of charge questions related to the Copper Development Association's claims for antimicrobial copper products based on clinical trial results. 2017 13
The email from Stanley Abramson of Arent Fox LLP discusses a holiday message and a donation made by the firm to a legal group focused on ending homelessness, while referencing the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
This email exchange between Nancy Beck and Sarah Schooley discusses scheduling a coffee meeting to catch up, with Beck mentioning her new role at the EPA as the Deputy Assistant Administrator of the Office. 2017 4
The email exchange between Sally M. Kane and Nancy Beck at the EPA discusses scheduling a brief phone call to review presentation slides related to the Terje Panel at the SRA 2017 conference. 2017 3
The email correspondence involves Sally M. Kane coordinating a session for the Society for Risk Analysis (SRA) 2017 conference, discussing slide updates and encouraging feedback among participants, including members from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the EPA. 2017 4
The document outlines the responsibilities of the EPA's Office of Research and Development in providing scientific support and research related to various environmental laws, as referenced in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 16
The document discusses the sampling data related to PFAS contamination, specifically GenX, in the Cape Fear River Basin, as presented by the EPA during the Sierra Club v. EPA case, highlighting results from various drinking water sources and ongoing monitoring efforts by the agency. 2017 15
The email correspondence involves Lee Forsgren from the EPA discussing scheduling conflicts related to the Environmental Law & Policy Conference with Aurelia Skipwith and others, indicating a busy agenda and the need for coordination on a panel discussion. 2017 2
The email exchange between Lee Forsgren of the EPA and Donald Itzkoff from GE Corporate discusses Forsgren's new contact information following his recent appointment in the Office of Water. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Lee Forsgren of the EPA and Jeff Gunnulfsen discusses the status of water issues at Formosa Plastics Corporation in Texas following Hurricane Harvey and mentions the potential for waiver requests related to off-road diesel and butane in gasoline. 2017 3
The email discusses the appointment of David Ross as Assistant Administrator of the EPA's Office of Water and mentions a sheen on a roadway near the Beaumont Refinery, which was reported to the NRC and is being addressed by ExxonMobil's emergency response team. 2017 4
The email from Kenneth Wagner of the EPA discusses the arrangement of a call with Doug Benevento, providing call-in information and expressing anticipation for the discussion. 2017 2
The email exchange between Kenneth Wagner of the EPA and Matthias Sayer of New Mexico's EMNRD discusses the ongoing CERCLA 108(b) rulemaking process and the need for the EPA to consider comments received, while clarifying misconceptions about the obligation to publish a final rule on financial responsibility for the hardrock mining sector. 2017 3
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency received a communication regarding the Minnesota Department of Commerce's conclusion that there is insufficient evidence to support the need for the replacement of Enbridge's Line 3 oil pipeline project. 2017 5
The Environmental Council of the States (ECOS) presented a national webinar discussing "Cooperative Federalism 2.0," which outlines the roles of states and the EPA in environmental management, in response to Administrator Pruitt's push for increased state involvement in environmental programs. 2017 12
The email from Alexandra Dapolito Dunn, Executive Director of the Environmental Council of the States, discusses the final slides and talking points for an upcoming webinar on ECOS 2.0, indicating that notes were not prepared for Henry Darwin due to his articulate presentation. 2017 3
The email exchange between Lynn A. Boutilier from the Maine government and Kenneth E. Wagner from the EPA discusses scheduling a visit for Wagner to tour facilities in Maine, with the proposed date being October 18th. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves Karen Crawford coordinating a kick-off conference call with representatives from the EPA, DHEC, and the Sierra Club to discuss scheduling options. 2017 4
The email correspondence involves Heather Reim from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection confirming a scheduled phone call with Kenneth Wagner from the EPA and Latonia Cheatham-Strickland regarding a discussion with PA DEP Secretary McDonnell on September 27, 2017. 2017 2
The Michigan Agency for Energy, in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, established a Questions and Answers Agreement with Enbridge Energy, Inc. on November 27, 2017, to enforce specific actions and deadlines for improved safety, transparency, and oversight of the Line 5 pipeline following concerns about its condition. 2017 4
The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is coordinating a call between Director Heidi Grether and EPA Senior Advisor Kenneth Wagner to discuss an EPA personnel issue on December 13, 2017. 2017 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Texas Commission for Environmental Quality (TCEQ) issued a joint statement regarding their coordinated response to a fire at an Arkema chemical facility in Crosby, Texas, emphasizing safety and monitoring efforts. 2017 3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed the repeal of the Clean Power Plan, asserting that the regulation exceeds the agency's statutory authority, as part of Administrator Scott Pruitt's efforts to align with President Trump's energy independence strategy. 2017 5
The email exchange between Michael Abboud of the EPA and Erin Delaney from The Keelen Group discusses scheduling a meeting for lunch or drinks, as requested by Matt Keelen. 2017 2
The email from Michael Abboud to Michael Bastasch discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Protective Action Guide (PAG) Manual and an accompanying Q&A document related to radiation emergency preparedness, indicating that further information and a quote from a staffer will be provided. 2017 2
The email exchange between Michael Abboud and Malcolm Burnley discusses scheduling a follow-up call regarding a POLITICO interview request related to the EPA. 2017 2
The email correspondence discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's announcement of a directive by Administrator Scott Pruitt aimed at ensuring independence, geographic diversity, and integrity in EPA science committees, with a focus on re-adding a recipient to the press release list. 2017 3
The email correspondence discusses the EPA's proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan, with Michael Abboud providing documents related to the proposal to Megan Robertson. 2017 6
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, issued a directive on October 16, 2017, to end the "sue and settle" practices, promoting increased public participation and transparency in consent decrees and settlement agreements. 2017 3
The email from Julia Valentine at the EPA discusses the agency's response to vapor intrusion issues, highlighting the involvement of multiple offices and the identification of 91 Superfund sites where actions were taken to mitigate health risks, while also noting upcoming evaluations for new sites based on revised criteria. 2017 7
The email from Enesta Jones of the EPA responds to Matt Stiles regarding his inquiry about accessing ambient air quality monitoring data, specifically providing information on the Air Quality Index and resources available on the AirNow website. 2017 2
The EPA is investigating Chemours for potential non-compliance with a 2009 order regarding the production of GenX, assessing environmental release controls and reviewing new toxicity data. 2017 3
The email from Enesta Jones of the U.S. EPA responds to a media inquiry about the ongoing investigation into Chemours and GenX contamination, stating that there is no additional information available at this time. 2017 2
The email from Alicia Hesse of CRTV follows up on an invitation for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to participate in a taped interview discussing his environmental rollbacks and their impact on American business. 2017 2