Washington Defense Breakdown Economic Impact Report
Defense Contracts by Veteran Ownership, Washington, 2010
Using Contractor Location Data -- Sorted by Veteran Ownership
Washington Summary Report
Go to www.forthecommondefense.org/reports to view detailed reports on Washington counties, cities, Congressional Districts, industries, small businesses and information on sources and methodology.
- 9%: In 2012, President Obama limited U.S. military capability to fighting one "regional conflict" and one "holding action." Defense budgets for 2013-2021 were cut $487 billion -- a 9% cut, at a minimum.
- 18%: "Sequestration," required by law in 2011, mandates $500 billion more in 2013-2021 defense cuts -- an 18% cut, at a minimum. President Obama said he will veto any changes Congress makes.
- Be Prepared: In 2013 these cuts in defense jobs and businesses will hit Washington counties, cities and industries. This report shows how "National Average" defense budget reductions of at least 9% and 18% could affect Washington, using actual 2010 Washington data.
- Ask Questions: In 2012, Congress and President Obama will decide on the specific defense budget cuts. In the next 6 months, find out if these defense cuts affect your community more -- or less -- than this national average. See www.forthecommondefense.org/reports for reports on cities, counties, industries and more.
| State | Contract Year | Veteran Ownership | Contract Count | $ Amount | Reduction
by 9.0% | Reduction
by 18.0% | | Washington | 2010 | -- | 11,989 | $4,797,299,618 | -$431,756,983 | -$863,513,966 |
| Washington | 2010 | Other Veteran | 1,024 | $61,250,889 | -$5,512,580 | -$11,025,160 |
| Washington | 2010 | Service-Disabled Veteran | 404 | $150,888,414 | -$13,579,958 | -$27,159,916 |
TOTAL | | | 13,417 | $5,009,438,921 | -$450,849,521 | -$901,699,042 |
Created by the Center for Security Policy
Defense Breakdown Economic Impact Report Generator (v.2.2.0-CL) February 20, 2012 00:08:33 www.forthecommondefense.org