Business, Labor, & Trade
Our state's economy depends on a dynamic, innovative business sector. Small businesses employ millions of Americans, and they are the engine that drives our booming economy. Senator Hutchison recognizes the importance of creating jobs and supports legislation that promotes free enterprise and encourages fair business practices.
Texas' export shipments of merchandise in 2009 totaled $163 billion, the largest figure among the 50 states. Among manufactured products, the state's leading export category is computers and electronic products, which accounted for $32.1 billion (20 percent) of Texas' total merchandise exports in 2009. Other top 2009 manufactured exports were chemical manufactures ($31.0 billion), machinery manufactures ($23.8 billion), and petroleum and coal products ($21.3 billion).
