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Press Release: Warner and Kaine Praise Merck's $3 Billion Investment in Elkton Vaccine Manufacturing Facility

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Senators Warner and Kaine commend Merck's $3 billion investment in Elkton, boosting vaccine production and creating hundreds of jobs.

Quiver AI Summary

U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine announced that Merck will invest $3 billion to expand its Elkton vaccine manufacturing facility, which is projected to create 300 to 500 permanent jobs. The senators praised the investment as a recognition of Virginia's strong workforce and its role in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Warner highlighted the long-term benefits of this expansion for the economy and public health, particularly in the production of vaccines. Kaine noted the importance of maintaining trust in vaccines amid current political challenges, referencing the significant impact of the Gardasil vaccine.

Construction for the expansion is set to begin this year and be completed by 2029. The senators have been active supporters of Merck's initiatives in Virginia, securing funding for pharmaceutical manufacturing under recent federal initiatives.

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