Governor Spanberger Pledges Focus on Creating Jobs & Growing Virginia’s Economy, in Response to February Jobs Report

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Abigail Spanberger today released the following statement reiterating her continued focus on growing Virginia's economy after the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released new data showing the overall U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February.

"Today's job numbers are a reminder that economic uncertainty is not going away any time soon. Across the Commonwealth, I've heard from working Virginians, small business owners, and industry leaders about the need for stability.

"I am focused on growing Virginia's economy, attracting new business investment, and creating good-paying jobs right here at home. Over the last two months, I've announced $575 million in new business investment in Virginia that will create nearly 2,000 new jobs in our Commonwealth.

"I will continue to make clear to companies that Virginia is the very best place to start or grow their operations - and I will always work to maintain a stable, predictable business climate for Virginia's employers, employees, and communities."

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