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From job sites to traffic stops, Valley builders say immigration enforcement is stalling construction
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk Jorge Vela , as published by ValleyCentral
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the labor shortages and their impact on construction projects are available from ValleyCentral, which reported on the "Rally the Valley" event in Pharr.
Builders in the Rio Grande Valley are experiencing labor shortages due to recent immigration enforcement. This has resulted in delays to construction projects and increased costs for building new homes. A gathering of builders from the Valley and Texas took place in Pharr, where they discussed the issue.
The South Texas Builders Association hosted the event, which brought together contractors and business leaders. Further details about the labor shortages and their impact on construction projects are available from ValleyCentral, which reported on the "Rally the Valley" event in Pharr.
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Category: border Published: July 29, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral Reading time: 1 min
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