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Kentucky and West Virginia Launch Initiative to Boost Domestic Manufacturing

1 report, 1 independent Updated Mon 00:00

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What happened

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The Kentucky Association of Manufacturers and the National Reshoring Center launched ReshoreKY in Lexington. This initiative is designed to connect Kentucky manufacturers with opportunities to produce goods that companies currently purchase overseas. The effort will use import demand to identify potential markets for Kentucky-made products.

From lanereport.com

Why it matters

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The National Reshoring Center estimates that Kentucky has approximately $29.7 billion in potential reshoring opportunities, which represents about 31% of the state’s imports. The initiative aims to build upon Kentucky’s substantial manufacturing base.

From lanereport.com

Who's involved

KentuckyThe state where the initiative is focused on identifying manufacturing opportunities.
LexingtonThe city where the initiative was officially launched.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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FordSpeculative
Ford might see its demand for components increase if the initiative strengthens local supply chains.

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The entities involved

West Virginia
state of the United States of America
- Governor Morrisey continues to manage state programs in West Virginia.02:09
- Patrick Morrisey is seeking tax relief for West Virginia drivers amid low gas prices in South Point, while Ohio's gas-tax holiday draws drivers across the river.02:09
Kentucky
state of the United States of America
- A political campaign is underway in Kentucky involving Mitch McConnell, Charles Booker, and Andy Barr, with the goal of succeeding McConnell in the fall.Mon 23:49
- Christopher Campbell is running for the Kentucky Senate seat alongside nominees Andy Barr and Charles Booker.Mon 23:49
Lexington
city in and county seat of Fayette County, Kentucky, United States
- Local officials and neighborhood groups in Lexington are discussing and supporting new housing development plans.00:43
- Kinetic provides complimentary Wi-Fi to Gatton Park, and Stephanie Bell is the company's VP of State Government Affairs.Mon 15:19

Coverage

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Mon 00:00lanereport.com