[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 118 (Monday, July 18, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H6703]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           NORTH CAROLINA IS AMERICA'S TOP STATE FOR BUSINESS

  (Ms. MANNING asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. MANNING. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate a recent 
milestone in my home State of North Carolina. CNBC just recognized 
North Carolina as America's Top State for Business in 2022.
  Thanks to the American Rescue Plan and bipartisan infrastructure law, 
North Carolina's economy persevered through the pandemic and is 
continuing to grow rapidly.
  Major companies like Toyota and Boom Supersonic Jets are building 
innovative manufacturing operations in North Carolina's Sixth District, 
proving that we have what businesses want.
  With a well-equipped workforce, investments in infrastructure and 
research, and stellar institutions of higher education, it is no 
surprise that North Carolina is garnering national recognition for its 
business-friendly climate and strong economy.
  I thank Governor Cooper for his leadership. I will continue to work 
with our elected officials and businesses to ensure that North Carolina 
remains the strongest economic State in the country.

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