Washington, D.C. – March 10, 2025 – Today, North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) President Sean McGarvey released the following statement:

“NABTU applauds the confirmation of Lori Chavez-DeRemer as the next U.S. Secretary of Labor. As the proud daughter of a Teamster, she understands firsthand the vital role unions and working families play in building a stronger, more prosperous America. Her bipartisan leadership and steadfast commitment to workforce development, prevailing wage, and expanding access to middle-class, family-sustaining careers make her an exceptional choice for this role.

“At a time when our nation is rebuilding its infrastructure, revitalizing domestic manufacturing, and adapting to an evolving economy, strong leadership at the Department of Labor is critical to safeguarding workers’ rights, promoting fair wages, and ensuring safe job sites across all industries. Secretary Chavez-DeRemer has consistently supported the building trades and our gold-standard Registered Apprenticeship model. We are confident that under her leadership, the Department will strengthen Registered apprenticeship programs, expand career opportunities in the skilled trades, and uphold Davis-Bacon protections and the dignity of work for all Americans. NABTU looks forward to collaborating with her and her team to advance policies that empower workers, protect labor standards, and create pathways to economic prosperity for hardworking families nationwide.”

 

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