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Billions to Alaska for Roads, Ports and Broadband

The $1.2 trillion infrastructure package that passed the U.S. House Friday night will bring billions of dollars to Alaska to upgrade the state’s aging highways and bridges, improve the struggling ferry system and increase broadband access, according to ADN.

Exactly how much Alaska will receive from the bill is unknown, since funding will be distributed by grants from federal agencies, officials said. Nevertheless, the bill contains minimum amounts for each state and in some cases, specific provisions that benefit Alaska.

On a per-person basis, Alaska will do exceptionally well when it comes to funding for hard infrastructure.

Governor Mike Dunleavy said his administration is reviewing the measure’s impacts to Alaska.

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