Sept. 7, 2026 declared Labor Day; proclamation spotlights tax, trade, and visa moves

What happened

• The President proclaimed September 7, 2026 as Labor Day and asked public officials and the public to hold programs and ceremonies honoring workers.

Who it affects and when

• Affects workers and communities across the United States; date set: September 7, 2026.

Key points named in the proclamation

• Praises the skill and resilience of American workers.
• Notes the Working Families Tax Cuts Act was signed into law "last year" and says it makes the largest tax cuts in history permanent and boosts take-home pay.
• Says the law makes the small-business tax deduction permanent (allowing a 20% deduction for qualified business income).
• Credits protective tariffs and landmark trade deals with encouraging companies to return, claiming over 900,000 American jobs and six straight months of manufacturing expansion.
• Announces a proposed new fee on H‑1B visa petitions intended, according to the proclamation, to encourage hiring and training American workers first.

What the proclamation asks

• Calls on public officials and the public to observe Labor Day with appropriate programs and ceremonies.

Source

• Text is from the Presidential proclamation signed September 4, 2026.