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Rep. Cary
Condotta's statement on Boeing's purchase of 787 production plant in
South Carolina
Lead Republican on commerce and
labor issues implores state leaders to act on necessary job retention
and creation policies
“Boeing’s recent announcement is a frank reminder that the economies of
other states are much more competitive than Washington. Another warning
flag went up this past legislative session when an
independent study
on the state's aerospace industry competitiveness with other states
cited several areas of concern, most notably high
unemployment insurance and workers' compensation taxes. The report
also highlighted difficult labor relations that have led to further
order delays and billions of dollars in lost revenue to the company.
"Boeing is simply looking for what so many other employers need in our
state: a fair business and labor climate. Instead, we have incrementally
pursued the so-called ‘progressive agenda.’ One only has to look as far
as California or Michigan to see the results of such policy. It has
failed everywhere it has been enacted. We must quickly change course or
Boeing, Yahoo and others will change theirs.
“The bottom line is our region needs to retain and create new jobs. The
best way to do this is to address employers' needs. I will continue to
join my fellow House Republicans in putting forward solutions for a
better Washington, and we hope the governor and her party will finally
embrace them.”
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