Zwiefel: Job creation is a cornerstone to 21st Century success

State Treasurer Clint Zweifel issued the following statement after Gov. Jay Nixon's State of the State Address this evening:

“The focus on creating jobs for hardworking Missourians and increasing college affordability, and doing so while being fiscally responsible is of the utmost importance. Gov. Nixon put forth a plan to do all three tonight. Job creation and access to an affordable higher education are cornerstones to preparing Missouri for success in the 21st Century. I am pleased to have developed a $15 million job creation and property tax relief program with Gov. Nixon. In addition, my office is making a positive impact on the state’s economy though its low-interest loan program, which provided $200 million in loans impacting 2,200 jobs in 2009. I am excited to see A+ Program access for all Missouri students, and urge the Legislature to send this college affordability bill to Gov. Nixon. Finally, I am in full support of Gov. Nixon’s four-point plan to ethics reform. Gov. Nixon’s vision for a 21st-Century economy will move Missouri forward.”