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ILION, N.Y. -- In a memo to employees, RemArms, LLC stated that the operation in Ilion will close entirely.
"I am writing to inform you that RemArms, LLC has decided to close its entire operation at 14 Hoefler Avenue, NY 13357," the memo obtained by NEWSChannel 2 stated.
"The Company expects that operations at the Ilion Facility will conclude on or about March 4, 2024," the memo stated.
Around 250-300 employees work at the facility.
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In a memo to employees, RemArms, LLC stated that the operation in Ilion will close entirely.
In a memo to employees, RemArms, LLC stated that the operation in Ilion will close entirely.
New York State Senator Joseph Griffo (R-C-Rome), Assemblyman Brian Miller (R-C-New Hartford) and Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R-C-Meco) released a statement regarding the closure of the Ilion plant.
That statement is below in its entirety.
State Senator Mark Walczyk released the following statement:
“Albany Democrats and their failed policies are directly responsible for the closure of this facility and the unemployment of roughly 250-300 New Yorkers. Governors Cuomo and Hochul signed laws such as S7196 -2021, the Gun Industry Liability Law, and the costly effects of the gas ban, that have pushed another good business out of New York State. I’ve opposed these shameful policies from the beginning and it's disheartening to see the Mohawk Valley suffer the consequences of the least friendly business climate in the nation. My heart goes out to the families affected by this closure as the announcement hits just before the holidays. My office remains ready to assist those impacted in any way.”
Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon released a statement on Remington Arms as well.
"It is devastating to hear the news about Remington Arms. I stood with the United Mine Workers and their families in 2020 and acted as a conduit between the State of New York and the new owners. I truly believe the employees at RemArms are a strong and dedicated workforce at the Ilion plant. While I do not represent the district, I represent the community, I have met many of these families and I'm here to offer the support that they need during these challenging times."
Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C-Mohawk Valley and the Adirondacks) also released a statement, which is below.
“Remington’s reported decision to close its Ilion plant next year is concerning and unfortunate. This facility, which received significant investment from the state, employs many local residents. Unfortunately, like we have seen all too often in New York, burdensome regulations, crippling taxes and problematic energy and other policies continue to force businesses and companies to flee the state taking jobs and livelihoods with them. We will continue to communicate with state and federal officials and work to help and assist the company’s employees and their families during this difficult time.”
