[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 43 (Monday, March 13, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E319]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 ECONOMIC GROWTH IN JACKSON COUNTY, GA

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                           HON. DOUG COLLINS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 13, 2017

  Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
economic growth that Jackson County has experienced over the past year. 
The investment of new companies in the Ninth District of Georgia has 
brought hundreds of new jobs to our community, and it is my hope that 
this growth will continue for years to come.
  For many years, companies have made their home alongside Interstate 
85 in the middle of Jackson County. The continued growth of e-commerce, 
in addition to the demand for expedited shipping by customers, has made 
it necessary for companies such as Amazon, Williams-Sonoma, and Whole 
Foods to acquire regional distribution centers. We are eager to welcome 
these companies, as well as many others, to northeast Georgia.
  In addition to the settlement of new companies in Jackson County, 
there have been multiple expansions that have been announced by already 
existing businesses and health centers. The continued growth of these 
companies shows that they have found a community in the Ninth District 
that is conducive to their businesses' future.
  The number of companies that have decided to absorb industrial space 
in our district represents another notable step towards increased 
economic strength for our community. However, Jackson County is 
continuing to invest not only in the economic sector, but in the future 
of young men and women by creating a college and career academy. In 
fall of 2017, the county will submit a proposal for this academy, which 
has the potential to attract new industries to northeast Georgia, as 
well as to educate the young men and women of our community. Mr. 
Speaker, I applaud this holistic approach to community growth on the 
part of Jackson County.

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