To whom it may concern, for the last few years
the export industry in California has come under siege from many
foes. Labor
shortages, increased material costs, rise in prices of oil which
increases our ability to move goods, drought, and lack of access to
supplies and equipment due to international shipping issues. Many businesses are
hanging by a thread and trying everything they can to keep the
California citizens employed. Many have had to close their doors and move to
a new state to find new opportunities. For those still hanging on, surely, we cannot
ask them to place this one more straw on the camel’s
back. Although the
goal of this motion has merit, the timing is inappropriate. The technology is not
readily available enough to move goods from throughout our state to
the ports. This must
be done in such a way that supports the growth of California
commerce and instigates growth amongst its constituents. We appreciate your urgent
consideration of this matter.
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