[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 9 (Tuesday, January 13, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H696]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  INVESTING IN EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA

  (Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, we must continue to focus 
on strengthening our local economy and keeping the American Dream 
within reach for eastern North Carolina families.
  Back in October 2024, Johnson & Johnson announced a $2 billion 
commitment to build a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility for 
innovative biologics in Wilson, North Carolina, a move that will create 
420 good-paying jobs. Most recently, they have announced a second 
investment: a new drug product manufacturing facility.
  In addition, Electrolux is investing $23 million to expand its 
production facility in Kinston, North Carolina, adding 74 new positions 
to the local workforce.
  These announcements prove that when we prioritize economic 
revitalization, we can bring real opportunity back to rural communities 
that need it most.
  Together, we are building a brighter future where families can 
thrive.

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