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 Scott of Florida announced actions to expedite the shipment of relief supplies to Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria, emphasizing Florida's support and coordination with Puerto Rican officials. 2017 2
The Florida Division of Emergency Management is expediting the delivery of over 10,000 tarps to homeowners for patching roofs damaged by Hurricane Irma, as directed by Governor Rick Scott, to prevent further damage until the federal Operation Blue Roof program is operational. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a memorandum regarding the death warrant for Patrick C. Hannon, scheduled for execution on November 8, 2017, for the 1991 murders of Brandon Snider and Robert Carter. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott directed the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) to suspend all licensing fees for Puerto Ricans displaced by Hurricane Maria to facilitate their ability to work in Florida. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a revised schedule for Governor Rick Scott on September 29, 2017, detailing his meetings and interviews related to Hurricane Maria response efforts and a lunch with President Trump and Vice President Pence. 2017 2
Governor Rick Scott met with Florida's congressional delegation to advocate for legislative support and funding for the state's citrus industry, which suffered over $760 million in losses due to Hurricane Irma, while announcing a $25 million emergency loan program for affected growers. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott awarded the Governor's Business Ambassador Award to Target Print & Mail for its contributions to the local economy and job creation during a Florida Cabinet meeting on October 17, 2017. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will provide an update on Hurricane Irma recovery efforts in the Florida Keys on October 4, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement on October 6, 2017, detailing Governor Rick Scott's update on Tropical Storm Nate, including the declaration of a state of emergency in 29 counties and the mobilization of National Guard members for disaster support. 2017 4
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a revised administrative schedule for Governor Scott and Lt. Governor Lopez-Cantera for October 19, 2017, detailing various meetings and events throughout the day. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott has opened three Disaster Relief Centers to assist Puerto Rican families displaced by Hurricane Maria, providing various support services in collaboration with multiple state and federal agencies. 2017 6
The Florida Governor's Press Office outlines a revised schedule for Governor Rick Scott and Lt. Governor Lopez-Cantera on October 4, 2017, focusing on Hurricane Irma recovery efforts and related meetings in various locations including Orlando and Jacksonville. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott directed the Florida Department of Education to waive rules and fees to assist Puerto Rican students and educators displaced by Hurricane Maria in continuing their education and teaching careers in Florida. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott provided updates on Florida's military and law enforcement support efforts for Puerto Rico's recovery following Hurricane Maria, including the deployment of personnel and resources to assist with air operations and disaster relief. 2017 7
The Florida Governor's Press Office provided an administrative schedule for Governor Scott and Lt. Governor Lopez-Cantera for October 10, 2017, detailing various meetings and locations throughout the day. 2017 2
Governor Rick Scott reappointed Mario Bailey to the South Florida Regional Planning Council for a term from October 17, 2017, to October 1, 2019, pending Florida Senate confirmation. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott appointed Rosene Johnson to the Valencia College District Board of Trustees for a term from October 17, 2017, to May 31, 2019, pending confirmation by the Florida Senate. 2017 1
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, under Governor Rick Scott, activated a $25 million Citrus Emergency Loan Program to provide interest-free loans to citrus growers affected by Hurricane Irma. 2017 2
Governor Rick Scott signed Executive Order 17-264 to activate Florida's Mutual Aid Plan in response to a request from Alachua County Sheriff Sadie Darnell, ensuring local law enforcement has the necessary resources for upcoming rallies at the University of Florida. 2017 1
The document outlines the revised administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott on October 11, 2017, detailing meetings with various federal officials and agencies, including FEMA and the Department of the Interior, in Washington, D.C. 2017 2
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on October 20, 2017, including meetings in Naples and Miami. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott of Florida urged South Florida families to monitor a weather system in the Caribbean and stay prepared for potential flooding and heavy rain, following a briefing from the Florida Division of Emergency Management. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced on October 27, 2017, that Governor Rick Scott appointed three new members and reappointed three existing members to the Board of Nursing. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the launch of the Canadian Power Play Program, aimed at attracting more Canadian visitors to Florida by offering 20% discounts on travel packages through VISIT FLORIDA partners. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott's proposal to prohibit state investments in companies doing business with the Maduro regime has been filed in the legislature as SB 538 and HB 359, following his earlier advocacy for democracy and human rights in Venezuela. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will lead an economic development mission to Chicago to promote Florida as a favorable business environment compared to Chicago's high taxes and burdensome policies. 2017 1
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera for October 17, 2017, including a cabinet meeting and meetings with state economic officials. 2017 1
The document is an email from the Governor's Press Office detailing the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera, indicating that there are no scheduled events for the weekend of October 28-29, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement expressing disappointment over the Department of Administrative Hearings' ruling against emergency generator rules, contrasting it with a favorable ruling from the First District Court of Appeal, and announced plans to appeal while continuing the public rule-making process. 2017 1
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera for October 24, 2017, detailing various meetings and events at the Capitol in Tallahassee. 2017 2
Governor Rick Scott of Florida announced the appointment of eight members to the CareerSource Florida Board of Directors, including five reappointments and three new appointments, effective October 24, 2017. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's proposal for a $178 million investment in support of active military, veterans, and their families, which includes a plan for free tuition for families of fallen first responders and military members. 2017 2
The document outlines the schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on October 31, 2017, detailing various meetings and events in Toronto, Canada, including discussions with Canadian officials and business leaders. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Scott aims to save Florida families $180 million in taxes, as reported by WOFL on November 8, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Division of Emergency Management announced that Governor Scott's budget allocates $1.4 billion for emergency preparedness and recovery efforts, particularly in response to Hurricane Irma and future natural disasters. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will present his environment budget proposal for the 2018-2019 fiscal year at an event in Jacksonville on October 30, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's proposal for nearly $200 million in funding to support families who adopt children from foster care, emphasizing the importance of post-adoption services for over 37,000 children. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's proposal for $180 million in tax cuts for families, including sales tax holidays and reductions in driver's license fees, as part of his 2018-2019 budget. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement highlighting Governor Rick Scott's $1.7 billion environmental funding proposal, including $50 million for repairs to the Herbert Hoover Dike, as part of his 2018-2019 budget recommendations. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will hold a press conference on November 13, 2017, to unveil a proposal benefiting families of veterans and law enforcement officers, along with new investments for veterans in his upcoming budget. 2017 1
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity announced Governor Rick Scott's 2018-2019 budget proposal, which includes $1.2 billion to attract businesses and an $85 million investment in the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to enhance economic growth in the state. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement on October 26, 2017, highlighting Governor Rick Scott's initiative to encourage Chicago businesses to relocate to Florida, as reported by WWSB. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the reappointment of Jared Fritts, Wayne Veitch, and John McTyre to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review Board for terms ending September 30, 2019. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott and the Florida Cabinet issued a resolution recognizing November 11, 2017, as Veterans Day and honored over 60 veterans with the Governor's Veterans Service Medal for their service. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Scott will lead a delegation to Puerto Rico to assist with recovery efforts following Hurricane Maria, including the opening of Disaster Relief Centers in Florida for displaced Puerto Rican families and the approval of federal reimbursement for related costs. 2017 7
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott and the Florida Cabinet recognized Corporal Julio F. Torres as the 2017 Florida Highway Patrol Trooper of the Year for his heroic actions during a multi-vehicle accident rescue. 2017 3
Governor Rick Scott appointed Danny Nix to the Florida Southwestern State College District Board of Trustees, effective November 20, 2017, with his term ending on May 31, 2018, pending confirmation by the Florida Senate. 2017 1
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera on October 27, 2017, including a scheduled phone call and a visit to Allapattah Community Action Inc. in Miami. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott recognized four veterans with the Governor's Medal of Merit during a Florida Cabinet meeting on November 7, 2017, highlighting their service and contributions to the veteran community. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Scott's proposal for investments in education, health, environment, and public safety in a press release dated November 15, 2017. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott proposed a $10 million investment for the Florida Department of Children and Families to fund 130 additional Child Protective Investigator positions and Florida Abuse Hotline counselors to enhance child safety efforts. 2017 1
The Florida Department of Children and Families announced that Governor Rick Scott's "Securing Florida's Future" budget proposes over $3 billion to enhance services for vulnerable families, support adoptive families, and address the opioid crisis. 2017 3
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Scott proposed $180 million in tax cuts for Florida families, as reported by WTVT on November 6, 2017. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's proposal for a record $1.7 billion investment in environmental initiatives, including funding for the Herbert Hoover Dike, springs, beaches, Everglades restoration, state parks, and land preservation, as part of the 2018-2019 budget. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott recognized 18 educators, including 15 veterans, with the Governor's Shine Award for their significant contributions to education during a Florida Cabinet meeting on November 7, 2017. 2017 4
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Scott has committed $50 million to expedite dike repair efforts. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott proposed a $21 million investment in the Florida citrus industry as part of his 2018-2019 budget, aimed at supporting recovery efforts following Hurricane Irma and addressing issues like citrus greening. 2017 2
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection announced that Governor Rick Scott's proposed budget includes over $1.7 billion for environmental protection, marking a $220 million increase aimed at enhancing initiatives like Everglades restoration and beach renourishment. 2017 4
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement highlighting Governor Rick Scott's proposal for $180 million in tax cuts for Florida families, which includes sales tax holidays and reductions in driver's license fees as part of his 2018-2019 budget plan. 2017 2
The document outlines Governor Rick Scott's administrative schedule for November 16, 2017, including a call with U.S. Department of Homeland Security Acting Secretary Elaine Duke. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott appointed Gordon Charles Murray, Sr. to the Miami-Dade County Court to fill a vacancy created by the elevation of Judge Lourdes Simon. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott's press release announces the awarding of the Governor's Veterans Service Medal to 329 Florida veterans and highlights investments in military and veteran support initiatives in the state's budget. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott awarded Logan Skees, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and co-founder of Trainerspace, the Young Entrepreneur Award during a Florida Cabinet meeting for his contributions to veteran entrepreneurship and personal training. 2017 2
Governor Rick Scott appointed Sarah Dougherty to the Daytona State College District Board of Trustees for a term from November 2, 2017, to May 31, 2021, pending Florida Senate confirmation. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott awarded the Governor's Business Ambassador Award to VetCor, a veteran-owned restoration company, during a Florida Cabinet meeting for its efforts in creating job opportunities for veterans. 2017 2
The Florida Division of Emergency Management, under Governor Rick Scott's direction, activated the State Emergency Operations Center to Level 2 to enhance support for Puerto Rican families displaced by Hurricane Maria, including the opening of Disaster Relief Centers and coordination with various agencies. 2017 7
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will reveal the state's tourism numbers for the third quarter of 2017 at an event in Miami on November 20, 2017. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott of Florida directed that flags be flown at half-staff in honor of the victims of the Sutherland Springs, Texas shooting, effective immediately until sunset on November 9, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott and Volunteer Florida awarded the Champion of Service Awards to four veterans for their exceptional community service during a Florida Cabinet meeting on November 7, 2017. 2017 3
The document is an email from the Governor's Press Office detailing that Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera had no scheduled events for November 24, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the reappointment of Les Daniels to the Health Care District of Palm Beach County for a term from November 9, 2017, to September 30, 2020. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that over 22,500 volunteers have contributed more than one million hours of service in response to Hurricanes Irma and Maria, with Governor Rick Scott encouraging further volunteer efforts through Volunteer Florida. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will hold a press conference at Highlands Elementary School to emphasize record K-12 education investments in his Securing Florida's Future budget. 2017 1
Governor Rick Scott appointed Patrice Vance to the Florida Center for Nursing Board of Directors for a term starting November 9, 2017, and ending June 30, 2018. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced the reappointment of Joe Wright to the South Florida State College District Board of Trustees for a term from November 9, 2017, to May 31, 2019, pending Senate confirmation. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced a proposed $1.4 billion budget for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities to fund enrollment for approximately 900 individuals on the waiting list for the sixth consecutive year, emphasizing support for those in crisis and employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a press release urging Congress to pass hurricane disaster relief funding, as highlighted in a WINK News segment featuring Governor Scott. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Rick Scott's proposal for $180 million in tax cuts for families as part of the 2018-2019 budget, including sales tax holidays and reduced driver's license fees. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement detailing Governor Rick Scott's visit to Highlands Elementary School, where he emphasized record K-12 education investments in the Securing Florida's Future budget, highlighting a $3.2 billion increase in funding since 2011 and various new programs aimed at enhancing education and safety for students. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced Governor Scott's proposal for the "Securing Florida's Future Budget" in a media release dated November 16, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Florida welcomed a record 88.2 million visitors in the first nine months of 2017, attributing the success to aggressive marketing efforts by VISIT FLORIDA and plans to invest $100 million for continued tourism promotion. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Tampa added 27,000 new private-sector jobs in the past year, ranking second in job creation among Florida metro areas, while the statewide unemployment rate dropped to 3.6 percent. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a press release on December 7, 2017, highlighting Governor Scott's support for Israel as reported by WBBH in Fort Myers. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Fort Lauderdale added 23,200 new private-sector jobs over the past year, contributing to a statewide unemployment rate drop to 3.6 percent, with significant growth in education, health services, and construction sectors. 2017 1
The document is an email from the Governor's Press Office detailing the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Lopez-Cantera, indicating no scheduled events for November 11-12, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott revealed Danfoss Turbocor Compressors will build a new facility in Tallahassee, creating 120 new jobs in Leon County, with construction expected to start in early 2018. 2017 2
The document outlines the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera for November 20, 2017, including events such as a ribbon-cutting ceremony, a call with FEMA Administrator Brock Long, and a tourism announcement. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office released a statement on December 11, 2017, thanking 50 Florida Highway Patrol troopers for their service in Puerto Rico, where they conducted security operations following a request from the Puerto Rico Police Department. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that the Pensacola area added 2,800 new private-sector jobs over the past year, contributing to a statewide unemployment rate drop to 3.6 percent, the lowest since February 2007. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a statement urging Congress to pass a disaster relief package for Florida's recovery from Hurricane Irma, specifically requesting support for the agriculture sector, including the citrus industry, and reforms to the National Flood Insurance Program. 2017 4
The email from the Governor's Press Office indicates that a message regarding the Special Election for House District 39 was undeliverable due to the recipient's mailbox being full. 2017 4
The email from the EPA's Michael Abboud discusses the Florida Governor's Office's announcement of Executive Order 17-305, which calls for a Special Election for House District 39 following the resignation of Representative Neil Combee, with elections scheduled for February 20 and May 1, 2018. 2017 1
The Florida Division of Emergency Management, under Governor Rick Scott, has opened three Multi-Agency Resource Centers to assist Puerto Rican families displaced by Hurricane Maria, providing various services and support. 2017 7
The document is an email from the Governor's Press Office detailing the administrative schedule for Florida Governor Rick Scott and Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera, indicating no scheduled events for December 9-10, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office issued a memorandum directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of the late Sheriff David Hobbs of Jefferson County, who passed away on November 27, 2017, with the observance scheduled for December 2, 2017. 2017 1
The Florida Department of Transportation will receive a record $10.8 billion in Governor Rick Scott's FY 2018-2019 budget to enhance the state's transportation and infrastructure systems. 2017 4
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott will hold a press conference at Englewood Elementary School to emphasize record K-12 education investments in his Securing Florida's Future budget. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott recognized a Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Miami and the Israeli Trauma Society during his trade mission in Israel, highlighting the ongoing collaboration in training trauma surgeons. 2017 2
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott praised the Constitution Revision Commission for passing a proposal that would require a two-thirds majority vote in the legislature to raise taxes and fees, aiming to protect Florida families from potential tax increases. 2017 1
The Florida Governor's Press Office announced that Governor Rick Scott issued a proclamation to honor National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day on December 7, 2017, directing flags to be flown at half-staff across the state. 2017 2