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There’s more scientific evidence that sea otters reduce the amount of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere.

A new study is adding another dimension to the sea otter debate. The research shows the marine mammals help reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, a major contributor to climate change.

The House Resources Committee has approved a scaled-back measure aimed at increasing sea otter harvests. It’s a significant change for the resolution authored by Wrangell Representative Peggy Wilson.

Several Alaska Native organizations oppose a legislative effort to increase sea otter harvests.