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New York's State Legislature is considering a bill to ensure that companies contracting with the state don't contribute to tropical deforestation. The Tropical Deforestation-Free Procurement Act holds companies contracting with New York State accountable for any deforestation they might take part in, whether that's through how their product is made or through their supply chain. A study from the University of Cambridge finds 94 companies have adopted zero-deforestation commitments, although most are not put into practice. ...

Racial disparities exist in Minnesota when it comes to asthma cases. Environmental-justice advocates said it is one example of pollution disproportionately affecting communities of color, and they hope a bill in the Legislature would add protections. The plan calls on the Pollution Control Agency to consider whether an industrial site or other entity seeking a permit would add to the cumulative impact in a racially diverse area that already has environmental stressors. ...

Afternoon report: Corn, soybeans and wheat all trend higher in Tuesday’s session.

While crews have worked to clear snow from roads and cycling infrastructure, some crossings and bus stops sat snowed in days later, and are now hard, crunchy and slippery, say those commuting on foot and bike.

Most recently a California deputy treasurer, Schaefer was a trader, a banker and advisor with a deep legacy as a municipal bond market expert and mentor.