A construction boom in Harlingen is experiencing a slowdown. This change is attributed to a federal immigration crackdown that has reduced the labor force. As a result, building prices in the area are increasing.
8 million last year. The current slowdown is affecting the pace of this growth. Further details about the impact of the immigration crackdown on Harlingen's construction industry are available from local news sources.
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