Teamsters Endorse Autonomous Vehicle Bill AB 33 Amid Widespread Public Support for Job Killing Automation
(SACRAMENTO, Calif.) – Teamsters proudly endorse California Assembly Bill 33 (AB 33), a bill that would require a trained human operator in any autonomous vehicle (AV) used to deliver commercial goods directly to residences or businesses. The legislation, introduced by Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, comes on the heels of a new poll that shows […]
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IAM, Labor Coalition Champion ‘United We Move’ Plan to Save Illinois Public Transit
IAM and other transit unions are joining forces in Illinois to save public transit and demand immediate action from legislators. The state’s $771 million transit funding gap is a significant issue, and the different agencies, like Metra, the Chicago Transit Authority or CTA, Pace, and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), play a crucial role in
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HRC Flyer
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IAM Union Discusses Impacts on Aerospace Workers Amidst Tariff Uncertainty
The IAM Union is closely monitoring the impacts of ever-changing tariff policy on all IAM members, including aerospace workers who rely on heavily integrated supply chains, especially between the United States and Canada. IAM International Affairs Director Peter Greenberg was recently featured on an expert panel webinar hosted by the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA). Greenberg noted
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Illinois Uber, Lyft Drivers Join Together with Powerful IAM Local 701, SEIU Local 1 Coalition
After more than a decade of organizing rideshare drivers in Illinois and across the country, the IAM and SEIU are joining together in Illinois to win the pay, benefits and work rules that Uber and Lyft drivers deserve. The drivers, which number roughly 250,000, say they want union representation because they’re underpaid and overworked.
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Defend the Public Postal Service: In the States Roundup
Defend the Public Postal Service: In the States Roundup
It’s time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations on X.
Alaska AFL-CIO:BREAKING: The Alaska House just voted to pass HB 69, which would increase the BSA by $1,000. This is a huge win for Alaska’s working families. #akleg #RaiseTheAKBSA pic.twitter.com/EIHvA3F6S1— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) March 12, 2025Arizona AFL-CIO:Today Union members joined Veterans at the Tucson VA Hospital rallying against VA employee layoffs 💪 Currently, over 2,400 VA workers have already been laid off, with an alarming plan to eliminate an additional 80,000 jobs. @AFGENational pic.twitter.com/Ss4Fv7bNHT— Arizona AFL-CIO (@ArizonaAFLCIO) March 15, 2025California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:CA @AsmSadeElhawary introduced AB 1331 (sponsored by @CaliforniaLabor ) – which bans California employers from using invasive surveillance technology to monitor their workers in private, off-duty areas, such as the break room, the bathroom or an employee’s personal vehicle. The… pic.twitter.com/wRRjiqAGl9— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) March 18, 2025Colorado AFL-CIO:This Women’s History Month, we recognize the astonishing legacy of “Flaming” Milka Sablich, a true labor champion and leader in the 1927 coal miners strike right here in Colorado. l pic.twitter.com/JKyTJ2PWbh— Colorado AFL-CIO ✊ (@AFLCIOCO) March 15, 2025Connecticut AFL-CIO:Powerful labor town hall with Senators Murphy & Blumenthal. We are fortunate in CT to have two strong Senators fighting every day for working people. But make sure to continue reaching out & telling your stories about how federal cuts and freezes will impact working families. pic.twitter.com/vrXMg1nIX4— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) March 17, 2025Illinois AFL-CIO:NEXT WEEK: Chicago Climbing Gym workers at First Ascent have announced their intent to form a union. Join them for a night of climbing and solidarity on March 20, from 7-9 PM, to show management that the labor movement has their back. Sign up:https://t.co/tGkihAHdUR pic.twitter.com/w5qF2GErSe— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) March 15, 2025Maine AFL-CIO:Join postal workers & letter carriers for rallies to protest attempts to privatize the USPS!@APWUnational Bangor & Portland – Thurs, March 20, 2025@NALC_National Portland – Sun, March 23, 2025 https://t.co/R7zAMaL7JW— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) March 17, 2025Massachusetts AFL-CIO:Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We are remembering many leaders who built and grew the labor movement. Also thankful for the Massachusetts labor family, which was well represented at our union night fundraiser for the Steven A. Tolman Addiction Fund with the Dropkick Murphys on Friday. pic.twitter.com/LJFl5TLuvl— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) March 17, 2025Michigan State AFL-CIO:It’s time for lawmakers — Democrats and Republicans — to put politics aside and work together to get pro-worker bills that have already passed the legislature signed into law.Call on the MI House and Gov. Whitmer to do right by working families: https://t.co/HLCYuDtE8X pic.twitter.com/hSaEE1jy96— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) March 18, 2025Minnesota AFL-CIO:”Folks who claim to represent Minnesota businesses, like the @MN_Chamber, will try to tell you #PaidLeave is bad for business. As a thriving small employer and retailer, I can tell you that it is just the opposite.” #mnleg https://t.co/CBGmrqGBDK— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) March 17, 2025Missouri AFL-CIO:Seven different #Unions introduced students to career paths at a career pathway showcase last month, this is a great way to offer alternatives to a four-year college and encourage trade apprenticeships! https://t.co/2cMauV0GWp— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) March 16, 2025Nebraska State AFL-CIO:Thursday March 20th 3:30pm – 4:30pmStart at the southeast corner of 10th& Pacific St., and move to the northeast corner of 13th & Pacific St.Omaha pic.twitter.com/g1oGR27lEB— NE State AFL-CIO (@NEAFLCIO) March 13, 2025New York State AFL-CIO:On the latest episode of the #UnionStrong podcast we sit down with @NYSDOLCommish to discuss the key workforce elements in the Governor’s budget proposal, including worker protections, investments in childcare, workforce training initiatives, and more: https://t.co/cmbjDWkuwV— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) March 12, 2025North Carolina State AFL-CIO:We support @NC_Governor Josh Stein’s call for a pause on scheduled corporate and personal income tax cuts for millionaires and the wealthy few in order to invest in families and workers instead. #ncpol #1u pic.twitter.com/8KtoT2yEvA— NC State AFL-CIO (@ncstateaflcio.bsky.social) (@NCStateAFLCIO) March 13, 2025Oregon AFL-CIO:As an Oregon Department of Human Services worker with @seiu503, Holly Smith works with Oregonians at the lowest income levels in our state. SB 916 is for striking workers who are already in impossible positions. #ORPol #ORLeg #SB916 #OregonLabor #OregonAFLCIO pic.twitter.com/FplFtEp3f9— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) March 14, 2025’Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:Losing jobs and a weakened economy were not on the ballot. We voted for American workers, to protect good-paying union jobs, and build an economy that works for everyone, not just billionaires. #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/J2tPlqndmt— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) March 13, 2025Texas AFL-CIO:#HB1078 is a common-sense bill to help veterans get information on the benefits they’ve earned!USW (@steelworkers) Local 759 President Raj Penn & USW Local 13-2001 President Aquarius Johnson testified in support of the bill at the hearing ⬇️ #txlege pic.twitter.com/884QbvvHiX— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) March 17, 2025Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:These virtual sessions are free, and offered on March 20, April 30, and May 29 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Click the link below for more info ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/DpPyOeklkn— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) March 18, 2025Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:Early voting for Wisconsin election starts Tuesday: How to vote for Supreme Court, other April races https://t.co/386hAvSDFe via @journalsentinel— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) March 17, 2025
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Tue, 03/18/2025 – 10:07
Women’s History Month Profiles: Sue Martin
Women’s History Month Profiles: Sue Martin
For Women’s History Month, we’re taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making women’s history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today’s profile is Sue Martin of AFSCME.
Sue Martin is the first female president/secretary-treasurer of the Nebraska State AFL-CIO and a member of the Nebraska Association of Public Employees (NAPE)/AFSCME Local 61. She helped lead successful ballot initiatives to increase the minimum wage and institute paid sick leave in Nebraska. With her admirable dedication and passion for the state’s labor movement, Martin is highly regarded by Nebraska affiliates, elected officials and coalition partners.
Kenneth Quinnell
Tue, 03/18/2025 – 09:59
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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Unions Representing USPS Workers Respond to DeJoy’s Agreement with DOGE
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Unions Representing USPS Workers Respond to DeJoy’s Agreement with DOGE
Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
In response to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s agreement with Elon Musk’s DOGE, National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) President Brian Renfroe released the following statement:NALC is aware of the agreement between the Postal Service, [General Service Administration] and DOGE to assist with ‘identifying and achieving certain efficiencies.’ We remain in contact with the Postal Service regarding DOGE’s efforts at USPS and any potential impact on NALC members. The safety of our members always comes first. That includes their information and data….Common sense solutions are what the Postal Service needs, not privatization efforts that will threaten 640,000 postal employees’ jobs, 7.9 million jobs tied to our work, and the universal service every American relies on daily.American Postal Workers Union (APWU) National Executive Board released the following statement:Members likely heard the recent news of an agreement between the Postmaster General and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by the un-elected billionaire Elon Musk, and not established by Congress. It is no surprise that DOGE has set its sights on the people’s Postal Service…. The APWU position is clear: There is no legitimate role for DOGE in the USPS or any other Federal agency. The public Postal Service was created by Congress as an independent government agency with robust oversight from the Office of Inspector General, the Postal Regulatory Commission, and the Board of Governors, as well as Congressional Committees.The National Postal Mail Handlers Union (NPMHU), an affiliate of the Laborers (LIUNA), released the following statement:Mail Handlers have seen the DOGE team dismantle federal agencies, impacting services provided to Americans across the country, and are therefore rightly concerned about the potential impact on the work of the Postal Service generally and the work of the more than 54,000 dedicated mail handlers across the country….Privatizing the Postal Service will threaten customers’ ability to receive packages and letters ranging from Social Security checks, necessary medications, government correspondence, and mail from loved ones….The NPMHU will remain cautious and vigilant and is prepared to fight against any ill-conceived attempts by DOGE to dismantle this American institution.
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Tue, 03/18/2025 – 09:47
Human Relations Conference 2025
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