Our Proposal
Here’s What’s on the Table
Take a closer look at the key parts of the proposal —wages, benefits, and one-time bonus upon ratification.
Information Updated as of October 9, 2026
Overview
U. S. Steel negotiations for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement are underway. Our proposal is built around protecting what employees value most while investing in the future.
Agreement Term
Five-year agreement (Sept. 1, 2026 – Sept. 1, 2031)
Provides greater long-term stability and certainty for employees and their families
HEALTHCARE (UPDATED as of September 30, 2026)
No premiums on healthcare
Withdrawal of Company proposal on health care costs
Additional proposals regarding benefits and other terms and conditions of employment have been made and remain under discussion
For additional information about our healthcare proposal, click here
Wages (Updated as of October 9, 2026)
Approximately 19.3%* total wage growth over the life of the agreement
Base pay increases every year
Click here for an illustration of the annual wage increases in our proposal, and click here for a detailed overview
Click here for our track record against inflation
Retirement Benefits
Your retirement remains stable with no changes to the Carnegie Pension Plan or Steelworkers Pension Trust
Profit Sharing
The profit-sharing calculation remains unchanged
Uncapped earning opportunity continues
ratification bonus
$4,000 bonus for eligible employees upon ratification
Holidays & Vacation
No changes to holiday benefits
Existing vacation eligibility schedule remains unchanged
During the course of bargaining, the Company will make additional proposals regarding benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
*Compounded average over 5 years
Proposal Overview
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