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Missouri U.S. Rep Emanuel Cleaver: "I am proud to be an original co-sponsor of the #TREESAct which would combat the heat island effect..."

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Emanuel Cleaver tweeted the following:

"I am proud to be an original co-sponsor of the #TREESAct which would combat the heat island effect in urban areas by increasing tree canopy coverage.

The TREES Act also:
-Lowers energy costs
-Decreases energy consumption
-Improves air quality"
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Here are other recent tweets from Emanuel Cleaver:

"KC remains under a heat advisory today! Stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities I possible, and know the signs of heat-related illnesses.

Stay safe out there! twitter.com/NWSKansasCity/"
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"Neighborhoods with more tree coverage and green spaces can be up to 20 degrees cooler in urban areas in the summer months! The impact of this leaves low-income and minority neighborhoods bearing the brunt of extreme heat."
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"The #CharlestonShooting took place 7 yrs ago today. 7 yrs & yet we still face an alarming rise of mass shootings.

We hold the names of the #Emanuel9 in our hearts & today, I pray for those still healing from this tragedy & remain steadfast in my commitment to #EndGunViolence. twitter.com/splcenter/stat"
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