Construction workers say a lack of funding from the New Mexico Department of Transportation could stall roadwork projects across the state, allowing streets to fall into disrepair and risking tens of thousands of jobs.

On Thursday, contractors and maintenance workers called on state officials to fund an emergency cash infusion of $500 million for road construction during a special session of the state Legislature in October.

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