Gunmaker Troy-Industries is moving from gun control-ridden Massachusetts to pro-2A Tennessee.
Troy industries has been in the industry for around 20-years and is well known for its attachments, magazines, and of course its rifles. Troy is taking it upon itself to move operations out of Massachusetts and into Tennessee, the move is going to cost them $7.2 million and will bring 75 new jobs to the state of Tennessee.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee came out in a statement congratulating Troy on the decision to move to the state and thanking them for creating new jobs in the state.
“I appreciate Troy for choosing to relocate to Tennessee and am proud to partner with this world-renowned firearms manufacturer. When companies pick Tennessee to locate or expand their operations, it is a vote of confidence to our state’s business-friendly climate and skilled workforce. I thank Troy for this investment and the creation of new jobs for Tennesseans.”
The founder of Troy Industries, Steve Troy Jr., came out in a statement about his decision to move the company over to Tennessee.
“While Troy has enjoyed a very successful period of growth in Massachusetts, the changing climate for firearms manufacturers in the state determined the need for our relocation to Tennessee to ensure the continued success of the company. We are excited to begin this new venture and appreciate all the support we have already received from Rep. Mark Green, Gov. Bill Lee, and the state of Tennessee in making this relocation possible.”
Tennessee is becoming one of the top choices for gunmakers who are looking to leave anti-gun states. The state is open for business and its laws are conducive to a positive firearm manufacturing environment. Berrett Firearms is based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee and Berretta has a large firearm plant in Gallatin, Tennessee.
