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The EPA has assessed 41 Superfund sites affected by Hurricane Harvey, determining that 13 sites have been flooded or damaged, with ongoing inspections and sampling planned for those that remain inaccessible.
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The email from the EPA discusses a journalist's inquiry regarding greenhouse gas emissions from coal mining, providing information on recent figures and resources for detailed data on emissions from various mining activities.
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The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses a query from VICE News regarding the status of a 2014 Superfund climate change adaptation report and whether any cleanup operations have occurred at the U.S. Oil Recovery Superfund site following Hurricane Harvey.
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The email correspondence involves Theresa Clift, a reporter for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, inquiring with David Sternberg, a press officer at the U.S. EPA, about the issuance of Environmental Resource Agency (ERA) violations to the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) from 2015 to 2017.
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The email correspondence discusses the EPA's decision to redirect funding from the Bay Journal back into the Chesapeake Bay program, as part of a review of previous administration's funding decisions, in response to a request for comments from the Bay Journal regarding this decision.
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The email from the EPA discusses a request for comment on a GAO study about climate change, with the agency stating it will review the report.
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The email discusses a media request from journalist Eva Fedderly regarding a lawsuit filed by the Sierra Club against the EPA for failing to submit environmental impact reports on renewable fuel, with the EPA indicating they will review the complaint and respond appropriately.
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The email from a Sierra Club representative demands that the EPA respond to questions from the New York Times, criticizing the agency for its lack of transparency and asserting that it is violating constitutional rights by not engaging with the press.
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The email discusses the EPA's collaboration with the American Chemistry Council's Flexible Film Recycling Group through a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at promoting recycling initiatives.
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The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses the agency's continued support for environmental justice initiatives under Administrator Scott Pruitt, highlighting funding for community organizations and the use of the EJSCREEN tool for various applications.
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The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA provides information to journalist Patricia Borns regarding how to file complaints of discrimination in environmental programs, in response to her request for expert insights for a story on environmental racism.
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The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses the agency's ongoing re-evaluation of glyphosate's safety, including a review of cancer data and the involvement of the FIFRA Scientific Advisory Panel, concluding that glyphosate is not likely to be carcinogenic at relevant doses.
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The email from Robert Daguiillard of the EPA's Office of Media Relations addresses a Louisiana Weekly inquiry regarding ozone levels and precursor emissions, confirming that the information can be attributed to EPA spokeswoman Enesta Jones.
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The email exchange between Susan Buchanan and Enesta Jones at the EPA discusses inquiries about ozone levels and pollution in Louisiana, specifically requesting clarification on declining ozone smog and the attribution of responses to an EPA spokesperson.
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The email correspondence between Kathleen Maitland-Carter from The Real News Network and Robert Daguillard from the EPA discusses the application for press credentials to attend the public hearing on the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan scheduled for November 28-29, 2017, in Charleston, WV.
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The email from Robert Gould to Maureen McCue and others discusses concerns about the accessibility and utility of the EPA website for public information, referencing an Op-Ed on climate change censorship and urging the agency to address any deficiencies.
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The email from Robert Daguillard of the EPA addresses a press inquiry regarding fuel economy testing requirements, clarifying that manufacturers must use specific test fuels under the Tier 3 rule and outlining future changes to fuel labeling.
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The email from the EPA discusses the agency's response to a reporter's inquiry about drinking water health advisories for PFAs, explaining that the advisory level for PFOA is based on animal studies and does not correlate directly to human blood serum concentrations due to various individual factors.
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The email from Enesta Jones of the EPA discusses the agency's focus on addressing lead in drinking water as a key initiative for 2018, highlighting Administrator Pruitt's commitment to developing a ten-year strategy to tackle this environmental threat.
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The email from Lisa Arkin of Beyond Toxics to Martha Thompson discusses the importance of environmental protection and urges support for their efforts against toxic chemicals and pesticide drift, while referencing the Sierra Club's legal action against the EPA.
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The email correspondence between Ethan Barton and Michael Abboud of the EPA discusses a meeting regarding Superfund recommendations, emphasizing the need for coordination in remedy selection and the Administrator's authority over costly cleanups.
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The email from Mike Abboud to Ethan Barton discusses the ongoing criminal investigation related to the Gold King Mine, highlighting the lack of administrative actions taken by the EPA despite a referral to the DOJ for violations, and indicates that Barton is seeking further comments from the EPA for his story.
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The email from Tricia Lynn of the U.S. EPA discusses the need for a new data management system for the Clean Water Needs Survey (CWNS), which estimates the investment required for public wastewater treatment facilities to meet Clean Water Act objectives, while noting the uncertain funding and timing for the next survey cycle.
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The email correspondence between Tricia Slusser and Jim Myers discusses a media request regarding the extension of the comment period for the 2015 WOTUS rule by the EPA, including inquiries about public comments and perceived bias from Administrator Pruitt.
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Julia Valentine from the U.S. EPA's Office of Media Relations is coordinating with Edgar Ang regarding inquiries about the number of small refineries that received Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) exemptions from 2016 to 2018, following up on previous discussions and a court case involving the EPA's decision.
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The email from Jack Shapiro to EPA agent Holly Pugliese requests an investigation into a company allegedly offering services to tamper with emissions devices, highlighting the need for enforcement action under the Clean Air Act.
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The email from Tricia Lynn of the U.S. EPA responds to a fact-checking inquiry from Donna Blinn regarding the lack of EPA standards for "coral safe" or "reef safe" sunscreens for an upcoming magazine issue.
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The email from Jahan Wilcox discusses a PBS interview request for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, addressing criticisms of the agency's relationship with its employees and providing a statement defending the administration's interactions with career EPA staff.
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The email exchange between EPA officials discusses the notice of data availability regarding potential reductions in renewable fuel volume requirements for 2018 and 2019, with an emphasis on seeking stakeholder input.
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The email exchange between Erin Delaney of The Keelen Group and Michael Abboud of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting for lunch or drinks at Cap Grille.
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The email from Michael Abboud at the EPA discusses the Protective Action Guide (PAG) Manual and an accompanying Q&A document related to radiation emergency protocols, providing information to Michael Bastasch from the Daily Caller News Foundation.
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The email exchange between EPA officials Michael Abboud and Jahan Wilcox and Malcolm Burnley discusses scheduling a call to follow up on a POLITICO interview request.
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The email from Tricia Lynn of the U.S. EPA provides statistics on beach closures and advisories due to fecal contamination, stating that in 2016, 1,425 out of over 6,000 monitored coastal beaches were closed or had advisories at least once, while beaches were open without advisories 94% of the time.
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The email from Alexander Nazaryan discusses his ongoing piece about EPA Administrator Pruitt, requesting information on the number of regulations he has cancelled or delayed since February, while referencing a previous statement from EPA spokesman Jahan Wilcox regarding the agency's relationship with its employees.
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The email discusses President Trump's nomination of Dr. Michael Dourson to head the EPA's chemical and pesticides office, highlighting opposition from Democrats and the New York Times while defending Dourson's character and qualifications based on his pro-bono work as a toxicologist.
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The email exchange between EPA officials Jahan Wilcox and Malcolm Burnley discusses arrangements for a POLITICO interview, including the use of recording equipment and the possibility of a photographer attending.
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The email discusses a request from Newsweek for an interview with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, following a recent interview he had with the Washington Post, while also including on-the-record statements from EPA spokesman Jahan Wilcox regarding Pruitt's interactions with EPA staff and criminal investigators.
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The email from Tricia Slusser to Brian Owens discusses EPA research findings on the characteristics and environmental impact of diluted bitumen (dilbit), emphasizing its viscosity, potential to sink in certain conditions, and implications for spill response and cleanup techniques.
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The email from Kelsi Daniel discusses the need for final approval for Administrator Pruitt's attendance at bilateral meetings with U.S. partners in Morocco, including updates to the media advisory due to schedule changes.
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The email correspondence among EPA officials discusses a New York Times article regarding a report from the Environmental Integrity Project, highlighting concerns about the article's accuracy and the misrepresentation of staff roles within the agency.
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The email from Jeff Small, Executive Director of the Congressional Western Caucus, serves as a final reminder for the upcoming monthly bicameral staff policy breakfast scheduled for October 27, 2017, which will host House and Senate staffers along with industry speakers.
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The email from Jeff Small outlines upcoming events for the Congressional Western Caucus, including a luncheon with OMB Director Mick Mulvaney and a tax reform briefing for staff, scheduled for October 24, 2017.
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The House Committee on Natural Resources passed three bipartisan energy bills aimed at enhancing American energy dominance and job creation, which are now sent to the Senate for consideration.
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The document from the House of Representatives details the passage of several veteran-related legislative acts during the week of November 11, 2017, including the Veteran Urgent Access to Mental Healthcare Act and the Veterans E-Health and Telemedicine Support (VETS) Act, while also mentioning the repeal of the joint-employer rule to protect small businesses.
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The email discusses the upcoming House consideration of H.R. 3905, the Minnesota's Economic Rights in the Superior National Forest Act (MINER Act), which aims to require Congressional approval for mineral withdrawals in Minnesota and renews previously denied mineral leases while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
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The email from Jeff Small, Executive Director of the Congressional Western Caucus, invites members and staff to a Holiday Reception hosted by the Western Caucus Foundation on December 13, 2017, in Washington, D.C.
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The document discusses a new legal opinion from the U.S. Department of the Interior confirming that Twin Metals Minnesota has a right to renew its federal mineral leases, reversing previous anti-mining actions taken by the Obama Administration.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, issued a directive on October 16, 2017, to end "sue and settle" practices, aiming to enhance public participation and transparency in consent decrees and settlement agreements.
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The email correspondence between Danielle Jensen of U.S. Representative Don Bacon's office and Michael Abboud from the EPA discusses the coordination of a grant award announcement for the University of Nebraska Omaha's Pollution Prevention Regional Information Center, confirming the award notification and planning a potential event for November 10, 2017.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has selected the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to apply for a WIFIA loan, as communicated in an email exchange involving agency officials and congressional staff.
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The email correspondence involves multiple officials from the EPA and USDA discussing legal issues related to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and coordination with the Department of Commerce.
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The email correspondence involves Gareth Rees from the Department of the Interior coordinating a conference call for a meeting with Deputy Secretary Bernhardt and Erik Baptist from the EPA regarding a legal matter related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email correspondence between Robert Johansson from the USDA and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to catch up on pesticide issues following Beck's completion of TSCA rules.
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The email from Linda Abbott at the USDA discusses the provision of one-page summaries on various ESA topics to Nancy Beck at the EPA, offering further assistance if needed.
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The email from Sheryl Kunickis of the USDA discusses comments on chlorpyrifos submitted in January 2017 and expresses willingness to answer questions following a discussion with Nancy Beck from the EPA.
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The email exchange between Sheryl Kunickis from the USDA and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses scheduling a phone call while addressing issues with Kunickis's government phone and ensuring ethical communication practices.
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The email from Jennifer Idrovo confirms Bill Wehrum's participation as a keynote speaker at the American Bar Association's 47th Spring Conference on environmental law, scheduled for April 19, 2018, and outlines the necessary details and deadlines for his presentation.
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Magellan Midstream Partners provided an operational update regarding the restoration of services at their Corpus Christi terminal and limited resumption of pipeline operations in the Houston area following Tropical Storm Harvey.
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The EPA issued a waiver allowing the sale of gasoline with 15 percent ethanol in 12 states and the District of Columbia to alleviate fuel shortages caused by Hurricane Harvey, as announced by Administrator Scott Pruitt.
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The email correspondence between EPA officials Kaitlyn Shimmin and Troy Lyons discusses scheduling a lunch meeting with Melissa Shute from Statoil on October 5, 2017.
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The email correspondence involves Kaitlyn Shimmin from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency coordinating a lunch meeting with Melissa Shute from Statoil, initially scheduled for October 6, 2017, but needing to be rescheduled to October 12 or 13 due to Troy's last-minute travel plans.
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The email exchange involves Kaitlyn Shimmin from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency coordinating a coffee meeting with Spencer Pederson from Bockorny Group, with Troy Lyons also involved in the scheduling.
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The email exchange between Kaitlyn Shimmin of the EPA and Melissa Shute of Statoil discusses rescheduling a lunch meeting due to a conflict with the Administrator's schedule.
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The document is a letter from various oil and gas trade associations to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, providing comments on the proposed rule regarding emission standards for the oil and natural gas sector and the stay of certain requirements published in the Federal Register.
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The document outlines the agenda for the "Coal: Launching a New Era" conference hosted by the Virginia Coal & Energy Alliance and the Southern States Energy Board, featuring keynotes from EPA officials and discussions on clean coal energy policies and technologies.
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The email correspondence involves Christian Palich from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency declining an invitation to give a plenary talk at PCC-2017, with Badie Morsi and Tarunjit Butalia discussing next steps.
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The email from Barbara Altizer of the Virginia Coal & Energy Alliance discusses scheduling for their annual conference and acknowledges that the EPA's Deputy Associate Administrator, Christian Palich, is unable to attend due to scheduling conflicts.
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The email exchange between Lee Forsgren and Howard Barnett at the EPA discusses the scheduling and completion of a mandatory drug test, with Forsgren confirming he has taken the test and is awaiting results.
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Lee Forsgren expresses his acceptance of an appointment offer to join the EPA team in an email correspondence with Howard Barnett and other EPA officials.
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the scheduling of the Administrator's participation in the 2017 TXOGA Lone Star Energy Forum and seeks to confirm meeting arrangements.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received a meeting request from the American Public Power Association for Administrator E. Scott Pruitt to brief public power CEOs on the agency's efforts to repeal and replace the Clean Power Plan during a meeting on October 19, 2017.
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The email from Troy Lyons of the EPA discusses his upcoming visit to East Chicago with Administrator Pruitt, Governor Holcomb, and Senators Young and Donnelly, while referencing background information on the environmental cleanup responsibilities of Atlantic Richfield related to the site.
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The email exchange between Troy Lyons of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Melissa Shute from Statoil discusses scheduling a coffee meeting to catch up.
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The email correspondence involves Kaitlyn Shimmin from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency coordinating a lunch meeting on October 5, 2017, with Troy Lyons and Melissa Shute from Statoil.
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The email exchange between Albert Kelly, a Senior Advisor at the EPA, and Robert Genovese from BP discusses scheduling a phone call to discuss matters related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email correspondence involves Robert Miner from BP and Albert Kelly from the EPA discussing scheduling a conversation regarding unspecified matters, with Nicholas Falvo also included in the communication.
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The email from Robert Genovese of BP discusses the management of groundwater risk at the USS Lead site in East Chicago, emphasizing the need for groundwater testing and the impracticality of cleanup due to historical industrial activity, while noting that the community relies on municipal water from Lake Michigan.
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The email correspondence involves Patrick Davis from the EPA confirming attendance at a meeting scheduled for April 25, 2017, organized by the American Chemistry Council, with details about the meeting location and security procedures.
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Patrick Davis of the EPA communicates with Leslie Hulse from the American Chemistry Council regarding the status of the OSWRO settlement and offers his desk number for a follow-up call.
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The email correspondence between Patrick Davis of the EPA and Leslie Hulse of the American Chemistry Council discusses the EPA's regulatory reform efforts and encourages participation in these initiatives.
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The email exchange between Patrick Davis, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the Environmental Protection Agency, and Leslie Hulse from the American Chemistry Council discusses Davis's recent appointment and expresses congratulations on his new leadership role.
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The email from Leslie Hulse of the American Chemistry Council to Patrick Davis discusses the organization's support for the EPA's proposed stay of the effective date for the Risk Management Plan (RMP) Final Rule until February 2019, emphasizing the urgency for the agency to finalize this action before the current stay expires on June 19, 2017.
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The email from Fern Abrams of IPC confirms a meeting with EPA representatives on March 8, 2017, to discuss comments on the Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Proposed Rule, specifically focusing on Conditions for Exemption.
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses the transit of loans related to a project involving historic wood paneling, with confirmation from various parties about the details and logistics.
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The email correspondence involves the EPA and A*R-T-E-X discussing the scheduling of a job that can be completed the following day, contingent on the availability of hanging rods.
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The email exchange involves Cheryl Woodward from the EPA coordinating with colleagues regarding the cancellation of a meeting and suggesting a new time on Monday.
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The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) discussing the scheduling of a job for July 3rd, 2017, with Wojciech Swierdzewski requesting confirmation by 1 PM to finalize the schedule.
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The email correspondence between Michelle Hale of the EPA and Diane Troutman discusses logistics and attendees for a meeting, including a mention of General Motors' General Counsel, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling the transit and installation of three artworks in the Administrator's office, with proposed times for pick-up and installation.
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The email from Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses coordinating the provision of an EPA flag for Administrator Pruitt's speech at the Large Public Power Council event, while also addressing the absence of a team member and introducing others who can assist with the request.
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The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) requested a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on April 4, 2017, to discuss how the biotechnology industry can support shared policy goals and promote growth in the sector.
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The email correspondence between Geoff Morrell from BP and Michelle Hale from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt with John Minge during the CERA conference, highlighting potential scheduling conflicts.
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The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) coordinating a meeting with the Biotechnology Innovation Organization scheduled for April 4, 2017, with Sydney Hupp requesting a completed meeting request form from Brian Stoker.
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The National Mining Association is requesting a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on April 24, as communicated by Rich Nolan to Michelle Hale, following new scheduling procedures at the EPA.
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The email correspondence involves Sarah Greenwalt from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency coordinating a meeting with representatives from Marathon Petroleum Company regarding an upcoming discussion scheduled for May 11, 2017.
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The email from Millan Hupp at the EPA discusses coordinating with Sarah Greenwalt to build the Administrator's schedule for a trip, while also addressing the need to evaluate current US-Australian environmental agreements and the potential formation of a joint advisory task force on environmental issues.
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The email discusses the planning of a two-hour roundtable event in Australia for the US EPA Administrator, involving key participants from academia and public policy, coordinated by the Institute of Public Affairs.
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Byron Brown from the EPA informs James Roewer that he cannot attend a meeting on the CCR Rule with ORCR scheduled for May 4, 2017, but will find a replacement from the policy team to discuss concerns regarding alternative closure provisions under the rule.
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The email exchange between Samantha McDonald of IPAA and Byron Brown of the EPA discusses the recusal of Brown from a rulemaking related to oil and gas production waste management under RCRA, with McDonald seeking guidance on whether the EPA can conclude that state programs are sufficient to manage these wastes without federal regulations.
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The document discusses communications from the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, focusing on solid waste management and regulatory compliance issues.
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