Valley builders back bill to let longtime undocumented workers work legally
The bill would allow immigrants without a criminal record to earn legal work status by paying a $7,000 fine and... Read more »
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South Texas mayors head to D.C. to address ICE raids and their economic impacts
Alliance leaders plan to press lawmakers on labor disruptions, delayed construction, and the gap between national rhetoric and on-the-ground realities... Read more »
DHR Health Brownsville plans expansion for surgery, emergency room
The hospital plans to add ER bays, surgical suites, and upgraded imaging after securing city permits for its latest renovation... Read more »
Rio Grande Valley lawmaker to propose new immigrant worker visa program for small businesses
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez drafted legislation that would enable small businesses to sponsor long-time employees without legal work authorization in... Read more »
SpaceX’s operations projected to generate $13B economic impact in Cameron County
The report also credits the company with $305 million in tax revenue and $147 million in supply-chain spending as its... Read more »
Fewer immigrants entering U.S. workforce could affect Valley labor trends, Dallas Fed analysis shows
As labor growth slows nationwide, Valley employers may face tighter hiring pools and new pressure to raise productivity.... Read more »
Hidalgo Co. touts record savings, major projects, and new RioPlex vision at State of the County address
County grows savings to half its budget while investing in infrastructure and promoting economic development.... Read more »
Exclusive interview: Raymondville shelter for migrant children to close, cutting more than 420 jobs
San Benito nonprofit cites end of six-year, $127 million federal contract at retrofitted Walmart site.... Read more »
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