Published: Monday, September 28, 2009
Gregoire makes case for new Boeing assembly line
OLYMPIA — Gov. Chris Gregoire is making the “business case” for the second assembly line of Boeing’s new 787 jet.
In a new report released today, Gregoire says Washington outpaces five other states seen as competitors for Boeing’s next 787 manufacturing plant.
The governor’s report doesn’t specifically pledge any new financial incentives. But those decisions are made by the state Legislature.
Washington lawmakers approved a sweeping tax break to win the original 787 manufacturing line. This time around, the company’s relationship with labor unions has been at the forefront.
Gregoire’s report says Washington officials are committed to improving labor relations. But it also notes that only Boeing and its unions can negotiate contracts.
In a new report released today, Gregoire says Washington outpaces five other states seen as competitors for Boeing’s next 787 manufacturing plant.
The governor’s report doesn’t specifically pledge any new financial incentives. But those decisions are made by the state Legislature.
Washington lawmakers approved a sweeping tax break to win the original 787 manufacturing line. This time around, the company’s relationship with labor unions has been at the forefront.
Gregoire’s report says Washington officials are committed to improving labor relations. But it also notes that only Boeing and its unions can negotiate contracts.
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