Maine Drivers Vote to Ratify First Agreement
Transport drivers for the Kennebec Valley Community Action Partners (KVCAP) program in Augusta, ME voted overwhelmingly to ratify their first agreement with the agency. The drivers provide...
View ArticleDespite COVID-19, IAM Negotiates and Ratifies Master Agreement with Crown...
Amidst the many challenges the current coronavirus pandemic has presented, IAM negotiators found a creative method to bargain and ratify a new contract with Crown Cork and Seal. WATCH: Despite...
View ArticleTTD Demands Immediate Federal Protective Measures for Frontline...
In a letter to U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao and U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia the Transportation Trades Department AFL-CIO (TTD) of which TCU is a member,...
View ArticleFRA Grants Emergency Waivers to all Rail Carriers Operating in the U.S.
On March 13, 2020, noting the President’s declaration of a national emergency related to COVID-19 and the World Health Organization’s characterization of COVID-19 as pandemic, Federal Railroad...
View ArticleRRB Release – IRS Special Alert for RRB Benefit Recipients Who Don’t File a...
The Internal Revenue Service issued a special alert for several groups of federal benefit recipients, including Railroad Retirement recipients, to act by this Wednesday, April 22, if they did not file...
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Responding to the Coronavirus – Calling for Worker Protections – Fighting to...
HELLO AND WELCOME TO MACHINISTS ON THE HILL, a twice-monthly roundup of legislative advocacy on behalf of IAM members. Produced by: IAM Legislative and Communications Departments RESPONDING TO THE...
View ArticleMachinists Union Statement on VP Mike Pence Visit to GE Healthcare in...
Media Contact: LaToya Egwuekwe-Smith legwuekwe@iamaw.org (815) 404-1710 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Madison, Wisc., Tuesday, April 21, 2020 – The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers...
View ArticleSave the Date for GDA’s William W. Winpisinger Charity Banquet
First and foremost, during these challenging times, Guide Dogs of America hopes everyone is well and staying safe. In the spirit of optimism, GDA is looking forward to the future as it announces the...
View ArticleMachinists Join Bipartisan Call for Electronic Union Representation Elections
In an effort to protect workers’ rights during the current pandemic, the IAM is calling for electronic voting in union representation elections. U.S. Reps. Andy Levin (D-MI) and Brian Fitzpatrick...
View ArticleMachinists Mobilizing to Support Paycheck Guarantee Act
The IAM is strongly supporting legislation that would help ensure America’s workforce and businesses remain intact during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Paycheck Guarantee Act, introduced by U.S. Rep....
View ArticleMachinists Union Opposes Delta and JetBlue Taking Bailout Money and Cutting...
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2020 — The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today demanded that Delta Air Lines and JetBlue Airways, who received taxpayer funded federal...
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AMTRAK Thank You to Our Coach Cleaners – Features TCU Members
Amtrak recently gave a thank you to the Coach Cleaners working so diligently around the country and highlighted the TCU Members in Ivy City Shanell Shaw, Gladys Amaya-Hernandez,Chris Goodnight, Delmy...
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TCU Member Charles Dillard has Achieved 50 Years of Service on Alaska Railroad
Charles R. Dillard is proudly displaying his 50 year Veteran’s Badge Award from International President, Robert Martinez, Jr. and General Secretary-Treasurer, Dora Cervantes. Brother Dillard initiated...
View ArticleTCU Urges Additional Support for New York’s MTA
Leaders of TCU wrote to Congress this week to push for urgent action on increased funding for the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA). Approximately 3,600 TCU members work at the MTA and its commuter...
View ArticleUnion Plus Offering Hardship Help
As the world collectively battles the coronavirus pandemic, Union Plus is focusing on providing resources to support IAM families who participate in Union Plus programs. Union plus has increased their...
View ArticleICYMI: Workplace Safety Amid COVID-19 on Activate L!VE
On this week’s live webcast, IAM Safety and Health Project Coordinator Shaun Trude explains the role of the department and offers ideas on how workers can protect themselves in the midst of the...
View ArticleIAM Members, Families Can Complete Bachelor’s Degree for Free This Summer
Because of the current economic and public health uncertainty, IAM members and families who enroll in the IAM’s Low-Cost Degree Program by Monday, May 18, 2020 can complete a bachelor’s degree with no...
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IAM Secures Protective Masks for Members
The IAM Transportation Department and District Lodges 19, 141 and 142 have secured tens of thousands of washable and reusable masks to help keep our airline and rail members safe. “While it is the...
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BRC/TCU Members of the Wreck Crew Receive Commendation from Massachusetts DOT
Left to right: Jason Haas-Chairman Board of Trustees, Brian Manley, Joe Esquilin, Jacob Rosko-Local Chairman, Mark Riley-Vice President and Mark Nagle-Trustee from TCU Lodge 6315. On December 26, 2019,...
View ArticleRRB Release Updated – COVID-19 Impacting Railroad Retirement and Sickness...
Based on the current environment surrounding the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, issues are arising that railroad employees need to be aware of. Members need to understand the current implications of...
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