Statement by Acting Secretary Julie Su marks Labor Day 2024, stresses importance of creating pathways to Good Jobs for all

WASHINGTON – Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su issued the following statement to mark Labor Day 2024: 

“Each Labor Day, our nation honors the hardworking people whose dedication and sacrifice helped build this great nation. Workers who - with the support of organized labor - fought for fair wages and benefits, safer working conditions, and the dignity and respect every worker deserves. 

“The Biden-Harris administration knows America’s workers are our country’s backbone and the core that empowers the successes our nation has achieved. These are the people who fuel our economy, strengthen our communities and help ensure our security. 

“With the historic investments made since 2021, we are building our country’s future. Creating good jobs for all, especially those who have been left behind in the past. By expanding overtime protections, safeguarding retirement savings and benefit plans, and ensuring federal labor laws are enforced fairly, the Department of Labor is committed to building an economy that leads the world and gives everyone a chance to succeed. 

“On Labor Day - and every day - we will stand with, and support workers, ensuring they have the ability to thrive because as President Biden says proudly, ‘the middle class built America, and unions built the middle class.’ 

“On behalf of the Department of Labor, we wish you a happy, restful and safe holiday. Let’s continue working together to build a brighter, better future for all workers.”