Idaho tops U.S. in private-sector job
Sen. Shawn Keough | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 8 years, 10 months AGO
Hello from the State Capitol where we’ve just completed week seven of our legislative session. I’m pleased to provide you these updates so that you can stay on top of what is happening at the Idaho Legislature.
As you know, business growth and job retention and creation are top priorities of mine. That’s why I was particularly interested in hearing from the Idaho Department of Commerce during its budget presentation. I’m excited about some of the information that they shared, including that Idaho is now:
• Number 1 in the U.S. for largest percentage gains in private-sector employment in the last year;
• The fifth highest growth rate state; and
• Outpacing the nation in 10 of 15 industry categories.
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