Opponents, advocates of Energy Transfer's proposed Dakota Access crude pipeline begin debate at Iowa Utilities Board public hearing over the 1,134 mi. (1,825 km) conduit, which has gained natl political attention. Opponents cite risk of spills, say state won't benefit since refined crude will be shipped to other markets Supporters including construction-union members say $3.7b project will provide jobs, say crude shipped-by-rail has higher risk of spill pipeline NOTE: Dakota Access, also known a
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