Biden Signs Order to Prioritize Federal Grants for Projects With Labor Agreements, Higher Wages, and Benefits

The president signed the order after speaking in front of a labor union in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

President Joe Biden raises a fist following the signing of the Executive Order on Investing in America and Investing in American Workers after delivering remarks on his Investing in America agenda at the United Association Local 190 Training Center in Ann Arbor, Mich., on Sept. 6, 2024. Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Images

President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Sept. 6 that directs federal grants to projects that prioritize increased worker pay and benefits, labor agreements, and apprenticeships.

While advocating economic growth spurred by better worker conditions, Biden discussed his plans during a speech at UA Local 190’s Job Training Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan.