Some bad news from the Associated Builders and Contractors: New Mexico’s business climate is the second-worst in the nation for construction contractors. Illinois was dead last and Louisiana ranked at the top.
The 50 States and the District of Columbia are ranked based on factors such as business-specific tax laws, use of public-private partnerships, being committed to developing well-trained workforce, and the rate of construction job growth.
Roxanne Rivea-Wiest tells the Albuquerque Journal that New Mexico needs to create a more business-friendly environment.
