Genentech locating in Louisville
June 20, 2005: Governor Fletcher announced today that California-based Genentech, Inc. (NYSE: DNA), a leading biotechnology company, will locate a warehouse and distribution facility in Louisville.
This distribution facility illustrates how
Kentucky's central location, skilled workforce and pro-business climate make it one of the best places for companies to locate,Governor Fletcher said. More...
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Economic Development |
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May 20, 2005: Governor Ernie Fletcher announced via satellite from Nagoya, Japan that Toyota will begin production of the Camry Hybrid at its Georgetown plant in the second half of 2006.
It is the dawning of a new day in the relationship between Toyota and our great Commonwealth, said Governor Ernie Fletcher. Hybrid technology is the future of the global automotive industry, and we are proud that Kentucky will play a key role thanks to our JOBS for Kentucky initiative.
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Tax Modernization |
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 March 18, 2005: After fifteen months of diligence, Governor Ernie Fletcher signed House Bill 272 on Friday, March 18. HB 272, which was based on Governor Fletcher's JOBS for Kentucky proposal, is the most extensive reform of Kentucky's tax code in more than fifty years. "We have worked hard to achieve meaningful tax reform for the people of Kentucky," Governor Fletcher explained. "I am proud to sign HB 272 today and modernize the state's outdated tax code. The bipartisan accomplishments of 2005 will not soon be forgotten."
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