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Alaska capital relocation sparks debate over costs and impact
Opponents warn moving Alaska's capital from Juneau would devastate the city and injure state services while supporters push a $2.84 billion plan. A 1994 depopulation forecast and fears of tax limits on crude oil fuel a bitter clash driving the long running political fight. led by Gov Jay Hammond and backed by the congressional delegation, the proposal faces a November vote with critics calling the price figure scare tactics.
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