Statement from Governor Pritzker on U.S. Steel’s New Investments in Granite City

GRANITE CITY - Today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement after U.S. Steel announced it will restart one of its blast furnaces at Granite City Works, resulting in new jobs in Metro East: ​ 

“Today’s announcement from U.S. Steel is welcomed news for the residents and proud steelworkers of Granite City. Driven by consumer demand, the decision will result in new good-paying jobs and significant investment in the facility. 

“This investment in Illinois is a testament to collaboration among the State of Illinois, community members, elected leaders – with Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski leading the charge – and the strength and resilience of the men and women of the United Steelworkers (UW). It reflects our collective commitment to protecting good-paying jobs and ensuring that steelmaking remains a driving force in the Metro East economy. 

“While this decision provides important stability for Granite City, the work is far from over. My administration is committed to securing long-term investment, maintaining a clear path for the future of steelmaking, and protecting good-paying jobs. In Granite City, we’ll keep fighting to ensure that the families who built this community have a future as bright as its past.” 

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