Forging Our Future

U. S. Steel is advancing 2026 contract negotiations to support our employees.

U. S. Steel’s Proposal at-a-Glance

Information Updated as of July 23, 2026

Our steelmaking legacy is built on the grit and determination of the people who do this work every day. This proposal supports our employees and their families, so they can do their best work and help forge a new era of innovation that secures the next generation of American steel jobs. It focuses on what matters most to our people – wages, benefits, and job stability – because that’s what keeps our business strong.

5-Year Offer

We’re putting forward a five-year offer, to provide greater long-term stability and certainty for employees and their families.

Healthcare (NEW – as of 7/22)

A collaborative approach to managing rising healthcare costs while maintaining strong benefits for employees and their families.

Steady Pay Increases Over Time

Annual base pay increases that compound to approximately an 18.2% total increase over the life of the agreement.

Bonus Upon Approval

A $4,000 bonus for all eligible employees upon ratification.

Holidays & Vacation

No changes to holiday benefits and existing eligibility schedule remains.

Retirement Stability

No changes to the Carnegie Pension Plan or Steelworker Pension Trust.

Unchanged Profit Sharing

No changes to the way profit sharing is calculated and continued uncapped earning opportunity.

During the course of bargaining, the Company will make additional proposals regarding benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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We put forward a strong proposal focused on what matters most to you – our represented employees.

U. S. Steel led the fight to complete our partnership with Nippon Steel, which is driving unprecedented investment in our BLA-covered facilities. Our proposal builds on this momentum by providing a strong, predictable foundation for wages, benefits, and job security.

A strong agreement with the USW helps us continue investing in our workforce, our operations, and the long-term strength of U. S. Steel. During this time, please do what you do best by producing the world’s best steels with the same commitment to safety, environmental excellence, and quality that has always set
U. S. Steel apart.