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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Governor Rick Scott of Florida issued a memorandum directing that flags be flown at half-staff in honor of the victims of the Las Vegas shooting, effective immediately until sunset on October 6, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a media advisory regarding Governor Rick Scott's tour of Hurricane Irma's impacts in Lee County, instructing media to meet at a specified location for the event. 2017 1
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on September 14, 2017, focusing on their engagements related to Hurricane Irma response, including calls with utility companies and the American Red Cross, as well as a briefing and tour with President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott's statement calls on the Florida Constitution Revision Commission to explore protections for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a memorandum directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Deputy Julie Ann Bridges and Sergeant Joseph Ossman, who died in a traffic accident during Hurricane Irma preparations. 2017 2
The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration issued an immediate suspension of the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills, LLC from the Florida Medicaid program due to reliable information of patient abuse or neglect following a critical incident on September 13, 2017, where several residents suffered respiratory or cardiac distress, resulting in multiple fatalities. 2017 11
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the activation of 400 National Guard members for residential debris removal in Monroe County following Hurricane Irma to assist families in recovering from flood damage. 2017 1
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on September 16, 2017, highlighting the Governor's attendance at a funeral service for Hardee County Deputy Julie Bridges. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement detailing Governor Rick Scott's visit to the Florida Keys to discuss Hurricane Irma recovery efforts and the activation of National Guard members for debris removal. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office outlines Governor Rick Scott's revised schedule for September 20, 2017, which includes meetings with U.S. Department of Homeland Security Acting Secretary Elaine Duke and local officials regarding Hurricane Irma response and recovery efforts in the Florida Keys and Lee County. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement addressing public records requests regarding the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills, emphasizing that the facility failed to report dangerous conditions and did not evacuate patients despite being advised to call 911, as highlighted by Governor Rick Scott's concerns over the facility's responsibility in protecting patient safety. 2017 6
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement detailing Governor Rick Scott's visit to the Florida Keys to discuss Hurricane Irma recovery efforts and thank first responders, while also announcing an extension of a fishing license offer to include utility workers. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a media advisory announcing that Governor Rick Scott will meet with state and local officials in Monroe County on September 20, 2017, to discuss recovery efforts following Hurricane Irma. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the resignation of Bryan Koon as Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management, effective October 1, 2017, and appointed Wes Maul as Interim Director, highlighting Koon's contributions to emergency preparedness during his tenure. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office outlines Governor Rick Scott's revised schedule for September 21, 2017, which includes visits with emergency management officials, a tour of Hurricane Irma impacts, and calls regarding the hurricane response and recovery efforts. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Florida Virtual School will provide remote educational resources to students displaced by Hurricane Irma, ensuring continued access to learning during recovery efforts. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office outlines Governor Rick Scott's revised schedule for October 7, 2017, which includes multiple calls and briefings related to Hurricane Nate with local mayors, utility companies, and other state leaders. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott has directed the opening of Disaster Relief Centers at Orlando International Airport, Miami International Airport, and the Port of Miami to assist Puerto Rican families displaced by Hurricane Maria, starting October 3, 2017. 2017 1
The document outlines Governor Rick Scott's revised schedule for September 29, 2017, including meetings and interviews related to Hurricane Maria response efforts and a lunch with President Trump and Vice President Pence. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced additional speakers, including U.S. Trade Representative Robert E. Lighthizer and Senator Marco Rubio, for the upcoming 2017 Latin American Summit aimed at enhancing partnerships and promoting economic prosperity and democracy in Latin America. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that President Trump approved a pre-landfall emergency declaration for Hurricane Nate, enabling federal assistance for response efforts in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties following a request from Governor Scott. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will provide updates on Tropical Depression Sixteen on October 5, 2017, at two locations in Escambia and Bay Counties. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott visited a Red Cross warehouse in Orlando to thank volunteers and provided updates on Florida's military support and recovery efforts for Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria. 2017 5
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on October 11, 2017, detailing their meetings with various federal officials and agencies in Washington, D.C. 2017 2
The document outlines Governor Rick Scott's schedule for September 28, 2017, including a meeting with Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rosselló to discuss Hurricane Maria response and recovery. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott provided updates on the state's military and law enforcement support efforts for Puerto Rico's recovery following Hurricane Maria, including the deployment of the Florida National Guard and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. 2017 7
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on October 19, 2017, detailing their calls and events, including a security funding event at a Jewish community center and a national school lunch week event. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will hold a media availability in Washington, D.C. to discuss Hurricane Irma and Florida's citrus industry following a meeting with Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam and members of the Florida congressional delegation. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Scott will tour the Herbert Hoover Dike at Lake Okeechobee on October 9, 2017, at 11:30 AM. 2017 1
The document is a revised administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lt. Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera for the weekend of October 14-15, 2017, detailing calls with local officials and indicating no scheduled events. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott will visit Puerto Rico to assist in response and recovery efforts after Hurricane Maria, accompanied by key Florida officials. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott recognized Anthony Campana with the Young Entrepreneur Award for his leadership at Frostees Apparel during a Florida Cabinet meeting on October 17, 2017. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott declared a state of emergency in 29 counties to prepare for Tropical Storm Nate, ensuring local governments have the necessary resources and flexibility for safety measures. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's proposal for $1 million in security funding for Jewish Day Schools in the 2018-2019 budget to enhance safety measures following previous threats to the Jewish community. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will attend the grand reopening of Tin City in Naples on October 9, 2017, following its closure due to Hurricane Irma, which will help restore jobs for 200 Floridians. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott and Volunteer Florida awarded the Champion of Service Awards to three volunteers for their exceptional service in response to Hurricane Irma during a Florida Cabinet meeting on October 17, 2017. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will tour JAXPORT on October 4, 2017, to observe supply ships departing for Puerto Rico. 2017 1
The document outlines the schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Lopez-Cantera on October 3, 2017, focusing on meetings and events related to Hurricane Maria recovery efforts. 2017 1
The document is an email from the Governor's Press Office detailing that both Governor Rick Scott and Lt. Governor Lopez-Cantera have no scheduled events for September 30, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott's opioid proposal, which includes legislation to combat the opioid epidemic and a $50 million budget allocation, is moving forward in the legislature with support from key state lawmakers. 2017 2
The document outlines the schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on October 6, 2017, including a call with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue, attendance at the Florida Medical Association Opioid Summit, and an update on Tropical Storm Nate. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will provide an update on Tropical Storm Nate and its potential impact on Florida on October 6, 2017, at a press conference in Pensacola. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott revealed Siemens and Chromalloy Gas Turbine Corporation will establish a new joint venture, Advanced Airfoil Components, in Tampa, creating 350 jobs and involving a $139 million investment. 2017 3
Governor Rick Scott reappointed Arthur "Chip" Diehl III to the Hillsborough Community College District Board of Trustees for a term from October 10, 2017, to May 31, 2021, pending Florida Senate confirmation. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott recognized eight educators with the Governor's Shine Award for their significant contributions to education, particularly highlighting those who teach visually impaired students, during a Cabinet meeting on October 17, 2017. 2017 2
Governor Rick Scott recognized Florida National Guard Lieutenant Colonel Julio Acosta and seven state law enforcement officers for their heroic efforts during Hurricane Irma at a Florida Cabinet meeting on October 17, 2017. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's appointments and reappointments of nine individuals to various Family Care Councils across the state, effective October 19, 2017. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office outlines Governor Rick Scott's schedule for October 5, 2017, which includes multiple updates and calls regarding Tropical Storm Nate with various stakeholders, including local leaders, oil companies, and hospitals. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a revised schedule for Governor Rick Scott on October 15, 2017, which included a call with Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rosselló regarding Hurricane Maria recovery efforts. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Sixt North America will establish its new headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, creating 300 jobs and investing $10.4 million in the community, as part of efforts to enhance Florida's business environment. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott is leading an economic development mission to Chicago to attract businesses and jobs to Florida. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a media advisory announcing that Governor Rick Scott will provide an update on Tropical Storm Nate and its potential impact on Florida on October 6, 2017. 2017 1
The document outlines the revised administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on October 19, 2017, detailing various calls and events, including discussions with law enforcement officials and visits to recovery centers in response to Hurricane Maria. 2017 2
Governor Rick Scott directed the Florida Department of Transportation to examine improvements for evacuation routes on Interstate 75 from the Florida Turnpike Interchange to the Florida-Georgia border in preparation for emergencies like hurricanes. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that President Trump is expediting repairs to the Herbert Hoover Dike, as reported by WPEC on October 27, 2017. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott of Florida announced the reappointment of Jack Johnson, Jr. and the appointment of Monica Villa to the Immokalee Water and Sewer District, effective October 13, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement on October 7, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's updates on Hurricane Nate preparedness efforts, including evacuation orders for Escambia and Santa Rosa counties and a declared state of emergency in 29 counties. 2017 5
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the reappointment of Kelley Sasso to the Deferred Compensation Advisory Council for a term from October 13, 2017, to August 30, 2021. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office provided a revised schedule for Governor Rick Scott on October 7, 2017, detailing multiple calls and briefings related to Hurricane Nate with various city and county leaders, utility companies, and oil suppliers. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott awarded the Governor's Veterans Service Medal to 374 veterans in a ceremony held in West Palm Beach on October 23, 2017, honoring their service to the state and nation. 2017 2
Governor Rick Scott of Florida appointed four individuals to various Judicial Nominating Commissions, with terms ending between 2019 and 2020. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the winners of the 2017 Hispanic Heritage Month student and teacher contests, highlighting the contributions of Hispanic-Americans to Florida's history and awarding scholarships to deserving students. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced on October 27, 2017, that state leaders praised the acceleration of repairs to the Herbert Hoover Dike at Lake Okeechobee, following commitments from Governor Scott and President Trump, alongside securing $50 million in state funding for the project. 2017 2
The document outlines the revised administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott on October 11, 2017, detailing his meetings and calls with various federal officials and agencies in Washington, D.C. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott praised the USDA's natural disaster declaration for 19 counties in Florida, which will provide federal aid to the citrus industry severely impacted by Hurricane Irma, alongside the activation of a $25 million Florida Citrus Emergency Loan Program. 2017 1
The document outlines the revised administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on October 19, 2017, detailing various calls and events including meetings with law enforcement officials and visits to recovery centers in response to Hurricane Maria. 2017 2
Governor Scott directed the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to collaborate with state agencies and fuel retailers to explore methods for increasing fuel capacity during emergencies, with a report due in January 2018. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott proposed a $50 million investment in his 2018-19 budget to expedite repairs for the federally operated Herbert Hoover Dike at Lake Okeechobee, as part of a larger $1.7 billion environmental initiative. 2017 2
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera for November 7, 2017, detailing meetings with various state legislators and a cabinet meeting at the Capitol in Tallahassee. 2017 2
The document from the Governor's Press Office outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lt. Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera, indicating that there were no scheduled events for the weekend of October 14-15, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott proposed $1 million in the next budget for security funding at Jewish schools in response to recent anti-Semitic threats, with the Florida Legislature set to discuss the proposal in January 2018. 2017 2
The document outlines the revised administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera for October 18, 2017, detailing meetings and calls with various officials and events. 2017 1
The document is a revised administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Lopez-Cantera for the weekend of October 28-29, 2017, indicating no scheduled events for either official. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott proposed $180 million in tax cuts for Florida families, including sales tax holidays and reductions in driver's license fees, as part of his 2018-2019 budget plan. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a memorandum directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Sergeant La David T. Johnson, who was killed in action, on October 21, 2017, at designated locations in Miami Gardens, Miami-Dade County, and Tallahassee. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will travel to Puerto Rico to assist with Hurricane Maria recovery efforts, following an invitation from Governor Ricardo Rossello. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement urging residents to remain vigilant and prepared for potential impacts from Tropical Depression Eighteen, including flooding, heavy rain, and tornadoes, following a weather briefing from the Florida Division of Emergency Management. 2017 1
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on November 8, 2017, detailing their events including a tax cut highlight event and a naturalization ceremony. 2017 1
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera for November 9, 2017, detailing various events and meetings, including a tax cut highlight event and discussions on Hurricane Irma recovery. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office relayed a White House announcement that President Trump directed the Office of Management and Budget to expedite repairs to the Herbert Hoover Dike, highlighting the importance of the project for flood protection in South Florida. 2017 2
The document outlines the revised administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott on October 23, 2017, detailing various meetings and events including calls with law enforcement and a veterans service medals ceremony. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Scott is leading a tourism and trade mission to Canada, as reported by WBBH on October 31, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office sent a revised administrative schedule for Governor Scott and Lt. Governor Lopez-Cantera for October 27, 2017, detailing specific meeting times and locations. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Scott has initiated state actions, including the opening of Disaster Relief Centers, to assist Puerto Rican families displaced by Hurricane Maria, following the approval of a Host-State agreement with FEMA for federal reimbursement of related costs. 2017 6
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that on Veterans Day, November 11, 2017, all Florida State Parks will offer free admission to honor military veterans, as stated by Governor Rick Scott and DEP Secretary Noah Valenstein. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will award Veterans Service Medals to Florida veterans at a ceremony on October 23, 2017, at the National Guard Armory in West Palm Beach. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that the First District Court of Appeal upheld the emergency generator rule, supporting Governor Scott's decision to ensure nursing homes comply with safety measures during disasters. 2017 1
The document is a revised schedule from the Governor's Press Office detailing Governor Rick Scott's and Lt. Governor Lopez-Cantera's calls and meetings for November 16, 2017, including a call with U.S. Department of Homeland Security Acting Secretary Elaine Duke and Tampa Police Chief Brian Dugan. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will host a roundtable in Kissimmee on November 13, 2017, to discuss ongoing relief efforts for Puerto Ricans affected by disasters, following his directive to open disaster relief centers and activate the State Emergency Response Team for better coordination. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that President Trump is expediting repairs to the Herbert Hoover Dike, as reported by WFTX on October 27, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office outlines Governor Rick Scott's revised schedule for November 1, 2017, detailing meetings with various Canadian officials and organizations in Toronto to promote tourism and business development. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott appointed Sheriff James "Harrell" Reid and State Attorney Jeffrey Siegmeister to the Medical Examiners Commission in Florida, filling vacancies left by previous resignations. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will honor veterans and discuss military and veteran funding in the 2018-2019 budget during events on November 21, 2017. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott reappointed three members to the Florida Board of Funeral, Cemetery, and Consumer Services, with terms beginning November 20, 2017, and ending September 30, 2021, pending Senate confirmation. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the induction of 20 veterans into the Florida Veterans' Hall of Fame, recognizing their significant contributions to the state following their military service. 2017 4
Governor Rick Scott of Florida issued a statement expressing his disgust over the New York City attack and offered prayers for the victims and first responders. 2017 1
The document is an email from the Governor's Press Office detailing the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lt. Governor Lopez-Cantera, indicating no scheduled events for November 4-5, 2017. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott appointed Patrick Farrell and Steve Newman to the Port St. Joe Port Authority, with their terms beginning on November 2, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott awarded the Governor's Medal of Heroism to Florida Highway Patrol Corporal John Schultz and Detective Barry Lewis for their courageous rescue of a fellow officer's family during Hurricane Irma. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Scott is proposing a $180 million reduction in taxes and fees, as reported by WKMG. 2017 1