Construction Employment on the Rise in 37 States

According to the latest analysis of the Associated General Contractors (AGC), the construction industry continues to see steady recovery from the economic downturn. Between July 2012 and July 2013, construction employment increased in 37 states, with the most growth in Texas. Chief economist of the AGC Ken Simonson notes that the report, "shows the fragile and fragmentary nature of the industry's recovery" because while employment overall has improved, only two states have surpassed their pre-recession peaks.