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Lakes boosters seek new funds for year round shipping
Washington reporters note NEWS advocates urge $15 million seed money toward a $9.5 million three year program to extend navigation on the Great Lakes St Lawrence Seaway year round. Officials estimate $27 million needed to keep the system open year round with possible vessel ice worthiness costs. Senator Griffin says a 12 month season could create 30,000 Michigan jobs and boost its gross product by $345 million.
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