Register Now for the 2026 IAM Legislative Conference
The IAM Legislative and Political Department will hold its 2026 IAM Legislative Conference June 22–24 at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. In 2025, more than 400 IAM members from across the country gathered in Washington, D.C., for the 2025 IAM Legislative Conference, marking one of the strongest turnouts in recent history. Click here
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Their Right Don’t Make It Right
(This article appeared in the March/April 2026 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) Bosses are quick to declare their “management rights”— rights that are rooted in law but are not absolute. In the Joint Contract Interpretation Manual (JCIM), management agrees that they are limited by the collective bargaining agreement (CBA), postal regulations, and applicable […]
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IAM Local 588 Members Ratify New Contract at Garlock Sealing Technologies
IAM Union Local 588 (District 65) members recently ratified a new contract with Garlock Sealing Technologies in Palmyra, N.Y., securing fair wages, stronger retirement security, and improved workplace safety protections. The ratification vote brings an end to a strike that began Feb. 16, after nearly 250 members voted to reject the company’s previous contract offer.
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Reporting Workplace Harassment for Your Safety and Health
(This article appeared in the March/April 2026 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) If you are being harassed by a supervisor, someone you encounter through postal work, or even a coworker, there are several formal and informal ways to protect yourself. Which one applies depends on who is doing the harassing and how severe […]
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TCU/IAM National Vice President Katrina Coleman Appointed to AFL-CIO Executive Council
Transportation Communications Union/IAM (TCU/IAM) National Vice President Katrina Coleman was recently appointed to serve on the AFL-CIO Executive Council. The AFL-CIO Executive Council is comprised of the federation’s two top officers and 55 vice presidents — democratically elected officials who together represent nearly 15 million AFL-CIO members. The Council is responsible for guiding the federation’s
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‘Their Fight Is Our Fight’: In the States Roundup
‘Their Fight Is Our Fight’: 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.
Colorado AFL-CIO:In true solidarity fashion, @dropkickmurphys brought our Denver Area Labor Federation president on stage to sing to the iconic ‘Worker’s Song’ during their performance in Denver this Sunday! An excellent, union approved, worker powered way to enter the month of March 🍀✨✊ pic.twitter.com/vNoqBs5ipk— Colorado AFL-CIO ✊ (@AFLCIOCO) March 4, 2026Connecticut AFL-CIO:It’s 2026, and bus drivers in Connecticut still don’t have reliable access to a restroom.Some drivers are forced to wear DIAPERS just to get through their shift. This is not just inconvenient — it’s inhumane.Enough is enough. The Transportation Committee must pass HB 5236! pic.twitter.com/ZZ2C7lT0ij— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) March 2, 2026Florida AFL-CIO:🚨URGENT🚨: SB 1296 and its billionaire backed interests are making their final play TOMORROW on the Senate Floor! The time to act is TODAY! Call your senators and tell them to stand #InSolidarity with working families and vote NO🚫on SB 1296! https://t.co/pUR3JH4K2T— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) March 4, 2026Illinois AFL-CIO:#ThrowbackThursday to March 2019 when the Chicago Symphony Orchestra went on strike over pension and salary concerns. Conductor Riccardo Muti joined his striking colleagues saying, “I am with the musicians.” Union members voted in late April 2019 to ratify their contract. #1u pic.twitter.com/tHY2nGRsYL— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) March 12, 2026Maine AFL-CIO:Congratulations to Searsport mobile home residents and @ME_LaborClimate for passing a new rent stabilization ordinance! On Saturday, Searsport residents voted 67-12 to pass an ordinance limiting rent increases at mobile home parks. https://t.co/WxnRD12moy— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) March 10, 2026Massachusetts AFL-CIO:On #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the women leading our labor movement, organizing unions and fighting for fair pay, safety, dignity and respect on the job.Their fight is all of our fight, and we’re proud to celebrate and stand with them every single day. pic.twitter.com/G2E0cvrAYH— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) March 8, 2026Michigan State AFL-CIO:RELEASE: Michigan’s Labor Movement Congratulates George Meany Award Winner Ryan Charney and Additional Honorees https://t.co/sZiQEKGgNw pic.twitter.com/wkDLCJElzo— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) March 12, 2026Minnesota AFL-CIO:The working people of Minnesota’s Labor Movement stood up like never before. https://t.co/TgjXRHC2sH— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) March 9, 2026Missouri AFL-CIO:Today, an outstanding group of women are at the Capitol for the Missouri AFL-CIO’s 10th Annual Women’s Lobby Day. Thank you to all of our participants who are here to make sure the voices of working people are heard! pic.twitter.com/6GhIgXPvGO— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) March 11, 2026Nevada State AFL-CIO:“As women achieve power, the barriers will fall. As society sees what women can do, as women see what women can do, there will be more women out there doing things, and we’ll all be better off for it.” — Ruth Bader GinsburgHappy International Women’s Day💪🏼 pic.twitter.com/wUrjQs52Kf— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) March 9, 2026New York State AFL-CIO:On the latest episode of the #UnionStrong podcast, we break down how the fight to Fix Tier 6 brought 15,000 union members to Albany on a Sunday. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch: https://t.co/4EIjwFdeEd— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) March 11, 2026North Carolina State AFL-CIO:RELEASE: Labor Movement Drives Key Primary Wins Across North Carolina https://t.co/NlqQgVLxZS #1u #ncpol pic.twitter.com/E4I5ufnY0C— NC State AFL-CIO (@ncstateaflcio.bsky.social) (@NCStateAFLCIO) March 4, 2026Oregon AFL-CIO:Portland Community College President Dr. Bennings is offering an insulting 0.35% cost of living adjustment for faculty, academic professionals, and classified staff. Support workers on the strike line to tell Dr. Bennings to bring a living wage offer to the bargaining table! pic.twitter.com/i8n1Z4nYyX— Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) March 12, 2026Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:When women aren’t present in our unions, we must ask: “If not, why not?”When women are discriminated against, our unions must call out poor practices.When the treatment of women is not equitable, our unions must take action.And our unions must do this each time, every time. pic.twitter.com/NdUyN8G6xw— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) March 8, 2026Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:🚨URGENT: we need all hands on deck to get the Millionaires Tax over the finish line‼️ Send an email to your legislators and urge them to tax the rich to fund education, health care and child care. #waleghttps://t.co/p8wykmcm9a pic.twitter.com/Homm62uraI— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) March 8, 2026
Kenneth Quinnell
Thu, 03/12/2026 – 10:36
Women’s History Month Profiles: Angela Dameron
Women’s History Month Profiles: Angela Dameron
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 Angela Dameron of AFSCME.
Angela Dameron is a testament to union strength. Over her 43-year career at the University of Michigan, she has served as a steward, executive board member and now president of AFSCME Michigan 925’s largest local, 1583, working tirelessly to grow it to more than 3,000 members across multiple campuses. Her relentless dedication ensures that front-line, essential university employees always have a powerful voice at the bargaining table.
Kenneth Quinnell
Thu, 03/12/2026 – 10:23
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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Motion Capture Workers Ratify First Contract; Secure Wage Increases, Other Benefits
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Motion Capture Workers Ratify First Contract; Secure Wage Increases, Other Benefits
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.
Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) members at 2K’s motion capture studio have successfully ratified their first collective bargaining agreement.The Petaluma, California, video game studio operated by parent company Take-Two Interactive is known for popular titles such as NBA 2K and WWE 2K. The new contract is a historic first for motion capture video game workers and establishes major wins such as wage floor minimums, yearly pay increases, protected benefits, an enforceable framework for promotions, staffing and subcontracting protections, work-from-home policies, protections related to artificial intelligence, and more.“This agreement shows what workers can achieve when they stand together and bargain for the future of their craft,” said IATSE International President Matthew D. Loeb. “These workers made history when they organized, and they have made history again by ratifying the first union contract for motion capture video game workers in the United States.”“We went into the negotiating process understanding there would be a strong fight ahead,” said stage technician Connor Bredbeck. “We were united in our goals, shared in solidarity with one another, and focused on protecting the work we love while acknowledging our critical efforts in making games at 2K. We are pleased that 2K was willing to negotiate and made the effort to understand, honor and recognize the contributions of our team.”
Kenneth Quinnell
Thu, 03/12/2026 – 10:17
New General Services Administration Mileage Rate Effective January 1, 2026
(This article appeared in the March/April 2026 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) Effective January 2026, the IRS mileage rate increased to 72.5 cents per mile, which the General Services Administration (GSA) has adopted for privately owned vehicles used in official business. It is important to ensure that officers and members are compensated at […]
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Postal Workers Have the Right to a Safe Work Environment
(This article appeared in the March/April 2026 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) In 2020, the United States and the world faced the COVID-19 pandemic. It abruptly closed schools, restaurants, and movie theatres, and disrupted the lives of millions of people. But the one thing that kept going was the U.S. Postal Service. Every […]
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