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Baton Rouge’s construction scene is exploding—adding over 10,000 jobs in a year, a 22% surge that ranks it top nationally for growth and third overall in sheer volume. This boom is sparking ripple effects across manufacturing, transportation, and supply chains, with contractors desperately hunting for skilled workers like electricians and project managers. Louisiana’s AGC is teaming up with colleges to train the next generation. But looming over the industry is a funding cliff: the federal transportation bill expires September 30, risking delays and potential layoffs if Congress doesn’t act. Fortunately, 79% of Louisiana voters back a new funding bill—and hope it becomes reality before the deadline.

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