Apple is coming to Kentucky. They’ve committed to $2.5 billion to expand a glass manufacturing plant in Harrodsburg. This means that every iPhone and Apple Watch cover glass will be made in Kentucky—a first for U.S. production. Leaders across the state are celebrating the investment as a sign of high-tech growth and a win for local jobs. This big announcement is the fruit of state level Republican policies that make Kentucky friendly to business investments. But it’s also good news for workers. The Apple glass investment means hundreds of new high paying jobs and increased standard of living for hundreds of central Kentucky families. Meaningful work and strong industry is necessary for healthy communities, and the Apple expansion will help contribute to both.