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FEATURE STORY: State of the Year – Texas

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Texas cities and MSAs also filled the ranks of our 2012 Metro Rankings, with Odessa and Austin sharing the top spot in our two Economic Growth Potential rankings (based on population) and Houston taking first in Top 10 Manufacturing Cities.

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International Arbitration Experts Discuss The Impact On The Global Economy

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Lisa Houssiere, Principal, McKool Smith, Houston. Reynolds: The COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on the global economy has led to an increase in breach of contract claims, and a parallel rise in novel breach of con­tract defenses focused on excuses for non-performance. Sandra Smith Thayer, Partner, Pasich LLP, Los Angeles. Albert Bates Jr.,

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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A key ingredient to Texas’ success is its comprehensive job creation strategy focused on six key industry clusters: Advanced Technology and Manufacturing; Aerospace, Aviation, and Defense; Biotechnology and Life Sciences; Information and Computer Technology; Petroleum Refining and Chemical Products; and Energy.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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Spokane’s Small Business Council is committed to working with area municipalities to streamline the permitting process for expansions or relocations to the region. Houston, the top-ranked metro in our Renewable Energy Leaders category, is contracting for about 623,000 kWh of wind power to meet about 48 percent of its electricity needs.

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