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Biden warns that climate change could upend federal spending programs

A chapter in the new Economic Report of the President focuses on the growing risks to people and businesses from rising temperatures, and the government’s role in adapting to them.
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Air quality can affect health. Climate change is worsening both

While heat is well-understood as a consequence of climate change, air quality is both cause and effect when it comes to the nexus with climate change.

Oregon to cover health-related climate change expenses under Medicaid

Oregon is poised to become the first state to cover certain climate change expenses, such as air filters and air conditioners, under its Medicaid program.
Biden and Democrats push for budget deal this week as rifts remain

Biden and Democrats push for budget deal this week as rifts remain

Negotiators were closing in on a deal that could spend around $1.75 trillion, but lawmakers were still haggling over critical disagreements on the sprawling social policy bill.
'The father of environmental justice' isn't surprised by COVID-19 health disparities
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'The father of environmental justice' isn't surprised by COVID-19 health disparities

An interview with Robert Bullard on how the novel coronavirus exacerbates existing environmental health issues.
America's relationship with scientists? It's complicated.
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America's relationship with scientists? It's complicated.

A new survey adds to mounting evidence that trust in scientists is rising overall in the United States but that there are differences between Republicans and Democrats, and between races.

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