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Defense Industry Fueling Economic Prosperity in Utah

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The defense industry significantly drives economic growth and innovation in Utah through substantial job creation, high-value contracts, and technological advancements, leveraging the state’s robust infrastructure and collaborative ecosystem. Job Creation For example, In 2023, Utah’s defense sector directly and indirectly supported over 173,000 jobs, equivalent to the state’s entire construction industry, accounting for 7.8% of […]

Utah Defense Industry Generates $19 billion in Economic Activity

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The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute revealed that Utah’s defense industry is a vital component of the state’s diverse economy — generating over $19 billion in economic activity. The state’s local defense industry currently supports around 211,000 jobs (a number that has nearly doubled since 2015). Credit for the most significant share of growth goes […]