Vision: As Governor, Doug Billings, will transform Kansas into America’s premier hub for space innovation by bringing SpaceX and the U.S. Space Force to our state. Kansas is already the Aerospace Capital of the World, with Wichita’s unmatched legacy of aviation giants like Boeing, Cessna, and Spirit AeroSystems. Now, we’ll soar higher, securing Kansas’ place in the stars and fueling an economic boom to slash property taxes for every Kansan!

Why SpaceX and Space Force?

Kansas isn’t just flyover country—it’s launch country! Our state’s aerospace prowess, flat prairies, skilled workforce, and pro-business spirit make us the perfect home for Elon Musk’s SpaceX and the cutting-edge Space Force. Wichita’s aerospace cluster, employing over 30,000 workers and producing 70% of the world’s general aviation aircraft, gives us the infrastructure and talent to support rocket manufacturing, spaceport operations, and military space missions. With SpaceX’s Starship program and the Space Force’s growing national security role, Kansas can lead the next frontier!

Benefits for Kansas:

1. Economic Explosion:
   • Jobs: SpaceX and Space Force facilities could create thousands of high-paying jobs—from engineers to welders—building rockets, satellites, and defense systems. Wichita’s aerospace workforce, already 10% of the city’s jobs, is ready to scale up!
   • Business Growth: New facilities will attract suppliers, tech startups, and innovation hubs, turning Kansas into a Silicon Prairie for space. Think manufacturing plants, training centers, and research labs!
   • Tax Revenue: The economic surge will boost state revenue through income, sales, and corporate taxes. For example, a single SpaceX factory could generate hundreds of millions in economic activity annually, as seen in Texas’ Starbase. This revenue will fund my pledge to eliminate or drastically reduce property taxes, easing the burden on farmers, retirees, and families. Less tax stress, more Kansas freedom!
2. National Prestige:
   • Hosting SpaceX and Space Force will put Kansas on the global stage, showcasing our state as a leader in innovation and national defense. We’ll be the heart of America’s space race, not a footnote!
   • Aligns with my Second Amendment Rights pillar: a strong Space Force presence strengthens national security, protecting our freedoms from threats above.
3. Community Revival:
   • New jobs and revenue will revitalize rural and urban Kansas, from Wichita to Salina. Schools, roads, and hospitals will thrive without crushing property taxes. This supports my Making God Part of Kansas pillar, empowering families and churches to flourish in prosperous communities.
   • Training programs tied to SpaceX will upskill our youth, keeping talent in Kansas and building a future for the next generation.
4. Property Tax Relief:
   • The tax revenue from SpaceX and Space Force will be a game-changer. If Missouri’s capital gains tax cut cost $350-$430 million annually, imagine the revenue from a SpaceX plant employing thousands! I’ll direct this windfall, paired with K-DOGE efficiency audits, to slash or eliminate property taxes, fulfilling my promise to let Kansans keep their hard-earned money. No more taxman knocking—you own your land, period!

How I’ll Make It Happen:

• Court SpaceX: I’ll meet with Elon Musk personally, pitching Kansas’ aerospace legacy, low taxes, and wide-open spaces for rocket launches. Wichita’s airports and rail systems are ideal for SpaceX logistics.
• Partner with Space Force: I’ll lobby Pentagon leaders to establish a Space Force base in Kansas, leveraging our central location and existing military assets like Fort Riley.
• Cut Red Tape: Using K-DOGE, I’ll streamline regulations to make Kansas the most business-friendly state for space ventures. No woke bureaucracy will slow us down!
• Incentives: Offer targeted tax breaks (offset by future revenue) to seal the deal, ensuring long-term gains for Kansans. This aligns with my Election Integrity pillar: a booming economy proves voters chose a Governor who delivers!

Why Kansas, Why Now?

The establishment wants Kansas stuck in the past, content with crumbs. Not me! I see a Kansas where farmers feed the world, workers build rockets, and families thrive without property tax burdens. SpaceX and Space Force will make Kansas the envy of the nation—a MAGA powerhouse of faith, freedom, and innovation. The Aerospace Capital of the World deserves to lead the space race, and I’m the Governor to launch us there!