Pelosi Statement on Executive Order for Federal Contractors

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after the President signed an executive order requiring federal contractors to disclose violations of labor law when applying for contracts:

"Once again, President Obama is taking strong action on behalf of hard working Americans. The federal government has no business contracting to those who would violate federal law and trample workers' rights. If we are to root out wage theft and labor abuses in America, we cannot overlook those perpetrated by federal contractors.

"With this executive order and the action increasing the minimum wage for federal contract workers, the President has once again reaffirmed the bedrock promise of America: that if you work hard and play by the rules, you will get a fair shake, a decent wage, and the opportunity to build a better future for yourself and your family.

"Now it is time for Congress to follow the President's lead – stand up for our workers, protect the right to organize, and raise the minimum wage for all Americans. Working men and women are the heart of our nation, and fighting for their rights and wages is at the core of our action plan to jumpstart the middle class. With the President's partnership, we will continue to work to build an economy that works for everyone, not just the privileged few."

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