Rick Scott Focuses on Manufacturing Jobs in Orlando

On Monday, Gov. Rick Scott showcased the growth of Correct Craft, a manufacturer based in Orlando that is in the boating industry. One of Scotts chief priorities in the 2013 legislative session was eliminating the manufacturing sales tax.

Correct Craft is a great Florida manufacturer, Scott said, noting the company has added 150 new jobs since 2010. This year, we made it our priority to build up Florida manufacturing so companies like Correct Craft could expand and grow in the Sunshine State. By removing the tax on manufacturing equipment, Florida businesses like Correct Craft will now be able meet their full potential and finally be on a level playing field when competing against other states, and other countries. With more than 330,000 private-sector jobs created since December 2010 and unemployment well below the national average, it is clear that its working in Florida.