Congressman Carter Statement on End of ILA Strike
October 3, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter Sr. (D-LA) released the following statement in response to a tentative agreement reached by the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) to return to work tomorrow, Friday, October 4, 2024:
“During the pandemic, Longshoremen put themselves at risk to keep ports open. I’m glad this strike was short, and everyone can go back to work. Following recent natural disasters, dockworkers will play an essential role in getting communities the resources they need. I’m hopeful that a final agreement can be reached quickly and glad that these workers will receive the compensation and working conditions they deserve."
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