SENATOR ANWAR RELEASES STATEMENT AS PRATT & WHITNEY AND STRIKING MACHINISTS REACH AGREEMENT

Today, State Senator Saud Anwar (D-South Windsor) released the following statement after striking machinists reached a four-year agreement with Pratt & Whitney, ending a three-week strike. Workers, including ones in East Hartford which he represents, are expected to return to work on May 30:

“I’m grateful that both sides were able to come together and reach an agreement that provides the workers of the International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers Local 700 with more stability and security moving forward. East Hartford will continue to rely upon the production and success of Pratt & Whitney. It’s encouraging to see Connecticut union labor continue to see successes in its efforts to stand for fair wages and strong working conditions.”