Stimulus update: Up to $3,200 in direct checks to be sent in 14 days

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In two weeks, the first batch of $3,200 direct payments will be distributed to eligible Alaska residents.

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The Alaska legislature approved a budget earlier this year that includes ---

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payments of $3,200 to eligible residents by the end of the year.

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According to Alaska's Department of Revenue, the first round of direct payments----

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will begin hitting bank accounts on September 20.

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Paper checks will be distributed in early October.

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According to Alaska Public Media, the Alaska state Senate approved

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a $5,500 payout, but the measure was defeated in the state House.

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thanks for reading

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