Latest / Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Construction Labor Shortage Slows Housing | Texas News
A new bipartisan law, the 21st Century ROAD to House Act, tackles the housing crisis head-on — but its biggest hurdle? A crippling shortage of 250,000 skilled construction workers every month. Builders are stuck waiting two extra months just to get projects off the ground, and costs are skyrocketing. The industry desperately needs 723,000 new workers annually to close the 1.5 million-home gap — yet many of these high-paying, degree-free careers remain hidden from view. This isn’t just a labor issue — it’s reshaping the housing market and squeezing homeowners. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.