Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Taber Extrusions Groundbreaking and Arkansas's Economic Growth

Taber Extrusions Groundbreaking

• 🚀 The groundbreaking ceremony for Taber Extrusions in Russellville, Arkansas, signifies a major investment of $60 million and the creation of 70 jobs.
• 🤝 Governor Sanders expressed gratitude to Taber's owner, Michael Tang, and president, Chuck Stout, along with local leadership, for securing this significant investment.
• ✈️ This project further solidifies Arkansas's position as a powerhouse in the aerospace and defense sectors.

Addressing National Defense Needs

• 🇺🇸 The expansion of Taber's facility is crucial for rebuilding America's industrial base, which has seen a decline in defense employment and companies since the 1980s.
• ⚠️ The speaker highlighted concerns about adversaries like Communist China surpassing U.S. naval strength and the potential for running out of ammunition quickly in a conflict.
• 🚢 Taber's products, including ship hulls and aircraft components, are vital for the military, with the Department of Defense being their primary customer.

Arkansas's Strengths and Future

• 🌟 Taber chose Arkansas due to its exceptional workforce and the state's commitment to education and workforce development.
• 📚 Initiatives like 'Learns' have focused on raising teacher pay, expanding career training, and emphasizing foundational skills like literacy and mathematics.
• 🎓 The 'Arkansas Access' law aims to improve higher education accessibility, enabling graduates to start careers in state businesses.
• 📈 Arkansas has achieved the number one ranking for economic growth in the country for two consecutive quarters, attributed to strong leadership and its people.

Storm Recovery Efforts

• 💧 The Governor provided an update on the generational flooding impacting Arkansas, particularly in hard-hit areas like Hardy.
• 🚨 Federal resources have been mobilized following President Trump's approval of Arkansas's emergency request, aiding rescue and recovery efforts.
• 💪 Despite the extensive damage, the Governor expressed confidence in Arkansas's resilience and ability to rebuild stronger.