Trump Administration to Announce $150 Million for Alaska Power Lines
The Trump administration will announce $150 million in new federal funding for Alaska power lines as Vice President JD Vance campaigns in the state ahead of a closely watched U.S. Senate election.
What Happened
The U.S. Energy Department is set to announce $150 million for new electrical transmission infrastructure in Alaska as Vance visits the state to campaign for Republican Senator Dan Sullivan.
According to a report by The Korea Times, the federal funding will support construction of 223 miles of new electrical transmission lines connecting the Beluga power station on Alaska's southern coast with Healy in the state's interior.
An administration official said the total cost of the project is expected to reach $400 million.
Key Details of the Alaska Power Lines Project
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