I lived in Valdez for 18 years, before, during, and after the pipeline construction. The In-state line would be a tremendous boon for the southcentral area, and would make it possible to cheaply heat and light large greenhouses for local produce, among other things. I think Valdez is wrong on this one.
The Valdez group doesn’t want to exclude the in state distribution. They just want significantly more money spent for a far larger line so it can provide significant exports as well as the in state distribution.
I agree they are wrong. I believe at this time they are pushing for such a large project cost that it will prevent it from happening for a long time.