A major corporate relocation from California to Georgia is drawing political reaction after Yamaha Motor Corp. announced plans to move its U.S. headquarters to the Peach State.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp weighed in on the move this week, criticizing California’s policies while highlighting Georgia’s business climate.
Here’s what to know.
When is Yamaha moving its US headquarters?
The relocation of the headquarters of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. from Cypress, California, to Kennesaw, Georgia, is expected to take place in phases from late 2026 through 2028.
As part of the plan, Yamaha will sell its 25.1-acre Cypress campus, which has served as its U.S. home base for nearly five decades.
What did Brian Kemp say about California after the move?
Here’s Kemp’s statement on X:
Kemp takes shot at Gavin Newsom after Yamaha announces move to Georgia
