Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su has announced an agreement between the International Longshoremen's Association and the United States Maritime Alliance. This development is expected to facilitate the reopening of East Coast and Gulf ports while negotiations for a new contract continue.

Julie Su stated, "As President Biden, Vice President Harris and this administration have said again and again, collective bargaining works." She extended her congratulations to both parties for reaching a tentative agreement on a wage package.

Su acknowledged the contributions of longshoremen and their significance in maintaining the supply chain. She noted, "I applaud the longshoremen who do such important work and deserve to be valued for it, and the companies for the critical role they play in our supply chain."

Expressing pride in her administration's support for workers' rights, Su remarked, "I’m so proud to be part of an administration that stands with working people in their fight for good jobs. When unions are strong, our economy is strong, and our country is strong."

The agreement underscores ongoing efforts by labor organizations and employers to find common ground through collective bargaining.