North Carolina
Since taking office in 2009, Governor Bev Perdue has supported a variety of job-creation policies as part of her JobsNOW platform.
Data
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Data-Driven Innovation Project explores the rapid advancements happening in the digital economy as well as the inventive use of data for good. The promise of bigger and better data is a future of greater opportunity and growth. The Foundation is conducting research activities and a series of events around the country in order to highlight this potential.
We encourage you to read the blog posts and research reports here to gain a full understanding of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's work on data-driven innovation.
Be sure to read our in-depth report, The Future of Data-Driven Innovation.
New York
While not placed highly in overall tax climate, New York did adopt a notable reform of its tax system in 2011, approving a cap on property tax increases.
New Mexico
New Mexico’s workforce has the eighth-highest concentration of STEM jobs and ranked 11th among the states for STEM job growth from 2001-2010.
New Jersey
Under Governor Chris Christie’s leadership, New Jersey has radically redesigned its economic- development program structure.
New Hampshire
Entering 2012 with one of the nation’s lowest unemployment rates and buoyed by increasing exports, New Hampshire has made strides toward economic recovery following the recent recession.
Nevada
Nevada’s export growth has outpaced all other states due to growing demand for metals for electronics and advanced machinery, including lithium for batteries; ore for electronics; and primary metals like copper, gold, and silver.
Nebraska
With unemployment rates less than half the national average, farm incomes at historical highs, and surging exports, Governor Dave Heineman and the Nebraska Legislature entered 2012 facing economic conditions that put them in an enviable position nationally.
Montana
Tourism is the second largest industry in the state of Montana, surpassed only by agriculture. People come from all over the world to enjoy the Treasure State’s big skies, wide-open spaces, and outdoor recreational activities.
Missouri
Taking office in the midst of the economic downturn, Governor Jay Nixon launched the Strategic Initiative for Economic Growth. After holding meetings with business and public-sector leaders throughout
Mississippi
Upon taking office in 2012, Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant stated that his first priority is “to make sure every Mississippian has a job.” Subsequently, he unveiled the Mississippi Works initiative designed to create a new strategy for economic growth, workforce development, and attracting inve