More than 400 IAM Union delegates from across the United States gathered in Washington, D.C., for the 2026 IAM Union Legislative Conference, bringing the voices of working people directly to lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
WATCH: Bipartisan, Pro-Worker Messages Headline IAM Legislative Conference
Throughout the three-day conference, delegates met with members of Congress and their staffs to advocate for policies that strengthen the labor movement and create greater opportunities for working families. Key issues discussed included strengthening collective bargaining rights, protecting federal workers, advancing fair trade policies, revitalizing the domestic shipbuilding industry, supporting national defense manufacturing, reforming the tax code, and ensuring continued investment in transportation and aviation.
IAM Union International President Brian Bryant challenged delegates to remain engaged beyond the conference, emphasizing the importance of holding elected officials accountable and ensuring that working people have a strong voice in the political process.
WATCH: IAM Union International President Brian Bryant Remarks
“Continue to hold politicians accountable,” said Bryant. “Whether you’re meeting with a member of Congress, attending a town hall, or talking with your neighbors, make sure elected leaders hear directly from working people. Our voices matter, and our civic engagement makes a difference.”
A highlight of the conference was the IAM Union’s Workers vs. Billionaires Rally, where delegates joined together to call on Congress to put working families ahead of corporate greed and growing economic inequality.
WATCH: IAM Union Members at Workers vs. Billionaires Rally
The rally included remarks by IAM International President Bryant, U.S. Sens. Bernie Sanders, Chris Van Hollen, Tina Smith and Ed Markey, and laid-off IAM Union members from Apple, Whirlpool and Spirit Airlines who shared firsthand accounts of corporate greed.
WATCH: U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders at Workers vs. Billionaires Rally
During the rally, the IAM Union announced its endorsement of the Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act, legislation introduced by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) that seeks to ensure the wealthiest Americans contribute more toward the nation’s future.
WATCH: Workers vs. Billionaires Rally with the IAM Union
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The conference highlighted the important role IAM Union members play in shaping public policy, demonstrating the power of workers coming together to make their voices heard on issues that impact their livelihoods and communities.
This year’s Legislative Conference included the following speakers:
- IAM International President Brian Bryant
- U.S. Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.)
- U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.)
- U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.)
- U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.)
- U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.)
- U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.)
- U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross (D-N.J.)
- U.S. Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-Va.)
- U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva (D-Ariz.)
- U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio (D-Pa.)
- U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.)
- U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.)
- U.S. Rep. Lateefah Simon (D.Calif.)
- U.S. Rep. Wesley Bell (D-Mo.)
- U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.)
- U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen (D-Wash.)
- IAM National Political and Legislative Director Hasan Solomon
- IAM International Affairs Director Peter Greenberg
- IAM General Counsel Carla Siegel
- NFFE-IAM National President Randy Erwin
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The IAM 2026 Legislative Conference is kicking off with an address from our International President @IAMBrianBryant, who welcomed delegates and empowered us to take the issues of working people and our union directly to Capitol Hill
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— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) June 22, 2026
IAM members are rallying with @SenSanders, Sen. @ChrisVanHollen, @SenTinaSmith, and @SenMarkey, as International President @IAMBrianBryant proudly endorses the Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act and calls on members of Congress to sign on as a sponsor.
— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) June 22, 2026
Day 2 of the IAM Union Legislative Conference is underway!
Thanks to @NFFE_Union President @RandyErwin for discussing the issues facing federal workers and the need for policies that support the public workforce. pic.twitter.com/RgaubF30WZ
— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) June 23, 2026
Kicking off Day 3 of the IAM Legislative Conference, @Rep_Walkinshaw emphasized the need to protect civil service and defend the federal workforce that serves communities across the nation. pic.twitter.com/lX73Fhsop7
— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) June 24, 2026
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